Dental Erosion Treatment
Treatment for Dental Erosion in Mississauga
Acidic foods, drinks, and reflux disease can wear away your tooth enamel, causing sensitivity and decay. Dental erosion weakens your smile and puts you at risk for serious tooth damage. At St. Lawrence Dentistry in Mississauga, we identify erosion early and provide treatments to restore your teeth and prevent further damage.
What Causes Tooth Erosion
Acidic beverages like soda and sports drinks, citrus fruits, and stomach acid from reflux slowly dissolve your tooth enamel. Once enamel erodes, it doesn’t regenerate. Early intervention prevents major damage.
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PROTECT YOUR TEETH FROM EROSION
Schedule an appointment at St. Lawrence Dentistry at 647-558-9928 to assess and treat erosion.
Signs You May Have Erosion
Yellowing teeth, increased sensitivity to hot and cold, rounded tooth edges, and a worn appearance indicate erosion. If you notice these signs, contact us for an evaluation.
How We Treat Erosion
Our dentists assess the extent of erosion and recommend targeted treatments. Mild erosion may be managed with fluoride applications and dietary changes. More advanced erosion requires bonding or crown placement to restore tooth structure.
Prevention Protects Your Future
Once erosion begins, stopping the cause is critical. We’ll discuss dietary changes and protective strategies to prevent further damage and keep your remaining enamel strong.
FAQS
Frequently asked questions
Can tooth enamel grow back?
No. Enamel cannot regenerate once eroded. Treatment focuses on protecting remaining enamel and restoring damaged areas.
How do I know if I have erosion?
Sensitivity, discoloration, and worn-looking tooth edges are common signs. We can confirm erosion during a dental examination.
What should I avoid if I have erosion?
Limit acidic foods and drinks like soda, sports drinks, wine, and citrus. Don’t brush immediately after acidic exposure, as this can damage soft enamel further.
Can erosion be reversed?
Enamel cannot be reversed, but we can stop progression and restore lost structure with bonding or crowns.
Does erosion lead to cavities?
Yes. Eroded enamel leaves dentin exposed, which is more susceptible to decay. Prevention is essential.
How much does erosion treatment cost?
Costs depend on severity. Mild cases might need fluoride treatment, while advanced erosion requires bonding or crowns. Call us for an estimate.
Is erosion painful?
Erosion often causes sensitivity to temperature and pressure. Once we begin treatment, sensitivity typically decreases.