What can I expect to pay for bonding to repair the damage I've done grinding my top teeth?
Answer: Bonding won't be enough If you have gound down your teeth, the soft plastic material used in bonding won't withstand the wear and tear that you generate. You would need a porcelain, metal or combination of the two to restore your teeth. This is a very complex process and most dentists will shy away from this level of care. This is often called a full mouth reconstruction, or sometimes just half (perhaps just the uppers) can be done. Unless your worn teeth are only slightly worn, you should plan on a large investment. Usually fees for this run in the $20,000 to $50,000 range and can go up from there depending on complexity.
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Answer: Bonding won't be enough If you have gound down your teeth, the soft plastic material used in bonding won't withstand the wear and tear that you generate. You would need a porcelain, metal or combination of the two to restore your teeth. This is a very complex process and most dentists will shy away from this level of care. This is often called a full mouth reconstruction, or sometimes just half (perhaps just the uppers) can be done. Unless your worn teeth are only slightly worn, you should plan on a large investment. Usually fees for this run in the $20,000 to $50,000 range and can go up from there depending on complexity.
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Answer: Depends on situation Fees generally vary depending on the expertise and skill of the clinician, and what needs to be done prior to bonding. They can be anywhere between $100 - $1,500 per tooth. Any dentist can bond your teeth, you want to make sure you select one who will take a comprehensive approach. If you jump directly to bonding without planning properly, you may find yourself visiting your dentist frequently to repair or replace the bonding and spending more money in the long run. If there is significant wear, your teeth may have supraerupted or drifted out/down in which case there may be limited space to add material. If that's the case, it can be corrected with Orthodontics - moving the teeth back where they belong, or Periodontics - in which the gums could be moved up with various gum procedures. Another possibility may be to add bonding farther back to multiple teeth in order to built height and create more space in the front. You may also ultimately need a nightguard for grinding to protect the bonding, and to get screened for potential airway/sleep disordered breathing which has shown correlations with grinding. Finally, I would recommend a waxup or prototype with comprehensive diagnostic records before committing to treatment in order to see the esthetic result, and what can be done to achieve a durable and predictable outcome.
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Answer: Depends on situation Fees generally vary depending on the expertise and skill of the clinician, and what needs to be done prior to bonding. They can be anywhere between $100 - $1,500 per tooth. Any dentist can bond your teeth, you want to make sure you select one who will take a comprehensive approach. If you jump directly to bonding without planning properly, you may find yourself visiting your dentist frequently to repair or replace the bonding and spending more money in the long run. If there is significant wear, your teeth may have supraerupted or drifted out/down in which case there may be limited space to add material. If that's the case, it can be corrected with Orthodontics - moving the teeth back where they belong, or Periodontics - in which the gums could be moved up with various gum procedures. Another possibility may be to add bonding farther back to multiple teeth in order to built height and create more space in the front. You may also ultimately need a nightguard for grinding to protect the bonding, and to get screened for potential airway/sleep disordered breathing which has shown correlations with grinding. Finally, I would recommend a waxup or prototype with comprehensive diagnostic records before committing to treatment in order to see the esthetic result, and what can be done to achieve a durable and predictable outcome.
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March 1, 2016
Answer: Worn Down Teeth from Grinding
At any cost....Attempting to repair WORN DOWN FRONT TEETH with any material at all before addressing the UNDERLYING PROBLEMS will leave you very disappointed when you continue to break it off. In all likelihood you have other issues that can range from bite problems to airway issues and more. It is not a simple fix. If you don't want to keep redoing the dentistry over and over find a dentist that can help you get to the bottom of what is really going on.
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March 1, 2016
Answer: Worn Down Teeth from Grinding
At any cost....Attempting to repair WORN DOWN FRONT TEETH with any material at all before addressing the UNDERLYING PROBLEMS will leave you very disappointed when you continue to break it off. In all likelihood you have other issues that can range from bite problems to airway issues and more. It is not a simple fix. If you don't want to keep redoing the dentistry over and over find a dentist that can help you get to the bottom of what is really going on.
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March 20, 2016
Answer: Solutions for Grinded Teeth
Natural Teeth that have been worn down by grinding raises a red flag as to what one can expect if those types are teeth are restored with Bonding,Veneers, or Crowns. It is so important to determine the reason or reasons as to why the patient is grinding and thus wearing down their teeth in the first place.Possible reasons include Snoring or TMJ Dysfunction which can be alleviated and perhaps corrected by Removeable Appliance Therapy. Once that vicious cycle of grinding is eliminated then Bonding may offer a temporary or intermediate restorative solution. On average the cost for Dental Bonding may run you between 375 and 750 per Tooth. Patients home care and compliance in utilizing their appliance will extend the longevity and usefulness of their Dental Bonded Restorations. Good Luck!
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March 20, 2016
Answer: Solutions for Grinded Teeth
Natural Teeth that have been worn down by grinding raises a red flag as to what one can expect if those types are teeth are restored with Bonding,Veneers, or Crowns. It is so important to determine the reason or reasons as to why the patient is grinding and thus wearing down their teeth in the first place.Possible reasons include Snoring or TMJ Dysfunction which can be alleviated and perhaps corrected by Removeable Appliance Therapy. Once that vicious cycle of grinding is eliminated then Bonding may offer a temporary or intermediate restorative solution. On average the cost for Dental Bonding may run you between 375 and 750 per Tooth. Patients home care and compliance in utilizing their appliance will extend the longevity and usefulness of their Dental Bonded Restorations. Good Luck!
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April 18, 2011
Answer: Bonding is a good start to restoring your smile
Bonding is a great start to restoring your smile. cost can bee from 400-1000$ per tooth. expect to replace them every two years because they tend to stain and chip away. Porcelain is the way
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April 18, 2011
Answer: Bonding is a good start to restoring your smile
Bonding is a great start to restoring your smile. cost can bee from 400-1000$ per tooth. expect to replace them every two years because they tend to stain and chip away. Porcelain is the way
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