{"id":36723,"date":"2026-04-17T09:30:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T07:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clinicadentalgrossdentistas.com\/tratamientos-dientes-desgastados\/"},"modified":"2026-04-17T09:32:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T07:32:44","slug":"treatments-worn-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clinicadentalgrossdentistas.com\/en\/treatments-worn-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Treatments for worn teeth: what can we do?"},"content":{"rendered":"

It is quite common not to notice dental wear<\/strong> until it is already visible. It starts with small changes: a bit more sensitivity<\/a>, less defined edges or teeth that seem shorter. Since it usually does not hurt at first, it is often ignored\u2026 until the problem gets worse.<\/p>\n

Discover in this article which are the best treatments<\/strong><\/a> for worn teeth.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Worn teeth<\/h2>\n

Worn teeth<\/strong> are those that have lost part of their enamel<\/strong>, which is the layer that protects them. This wear can cause teeth to change shape, appear flatter or even show small <\/strong>fractures<\/strong><\/a> on the edges. It is also common to notice sensitivity<\/strong> to cold, heat or certain foods, often being one of the first signs.<\/p>\n

Over time, this wear can also affect the color,<\/strong> making the teeth look more yellow<\/a> due to the exposure of the dentin. Although at first glance it may seem minor, it actually indicates that the tooth is more vulnerable and less protected against external stimuli.<\/p>\n

Beyond aesthetics, wear also affects function<\/strong>. When teeth<\/a> lose height, the bite<\/a> changes and some teeth bear more load than they should. This can cause discomfort when chewing, overload and even joint problems if not treated in time, as well as increasing the risk of the problem continuing to progress.<\/p>\n

Causes<\/h3>\n

Dental wear usually has several causes<\/a> behind it. These are the most common:<\/p>\n