Reconstruction of a worn or eroded dentition should only be started once the underylying cause has determined and arrested. A Prosthodontist is the Specialist Dentist trained in reconstructive dentistry.

TOOTH SURFACE LOSS

Tooth surface loss is so gradual that the patient does not usually become aware of the problem until it is too far advanced to treat without extensive reconstructive dentistry. In many cases the tooth surface loss may occur on the inside surface and the teeth may not be restorable.The cause may be erosion from acid reflux, bulimia, chemicals, attrition or abrasion ...