Can worn teeth be fixed?

Yes, modern dentistry offers excellent solutions for worn teeth. Depending on severity, options include composite bonding, onlays, crowns, or veneers. Even severely worn teeth can be restored to full function and aesthetics.

Is treatment for worn teeth painful?

Treatment is performed under local anaesthetic for your comfort. You may experience some sensitivity afterward, but this is temporary. Many patients actually find their sensitivity decreases once worn areas are protected.

How long does treatment take?

This depends on the severity of wear and the treatment approach. Simple cases may be completed in one or two visits, while full mouth rehabilitation is typically staged over several months to allow your bite to adapt gradually.

Will I need to wear a night guard?

If grinding is contributing to your wear, a custom night guard is essential to protect your investment. We create precision-fitted guards that are comfortable to wear and highly effective.

How do I prevent my teeth wearing down further?

We address the root cause, whether that's a night guard for grinding, dietary advice for erosion, or orthodontics for bite issues. Combined with regular monitoring, we can prevent future wear.

How much does treating worn teeth cost?

It depends on how many teeth are involved and how much needs rebuilding. Smaller repairs start from £204 per tooth, and you get a full written plan with exact costs after assessment, before anything starts.

Dr Tristan Tinn working with surgical loupes at Crossbank Dental Care, Kendal

Worn Teeth Treatment in Kendal

Rebuilding worn, chipped and eroded teeth in stages, keeping as much of your own enamel as we can

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Worn teeth, whether from grinding, acid erosion, or years of wear, need more than cosmetic bonding to rebuild properly. We check your bite, plan the case digitally, and rebuild using composite and ceramic onlays before considering crowns. The goal is to keep as much of your natural tooth as possible.

What to know

Diagnose the cause first. Grinding, acid erosion, or both, each needs a different answer.
Rebuild using composite and ceramic onlays before considering crowns.
Digital plan and a 3D-printed mock-up so you see the outcome before any work starts.
A nightguard is part of the plan, treating the cause, not just the damage.

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Why Treat Worn Teeth

Rebuild Lost Height

Restore the tooth length you've lost to grinding, erosion, or natural wear over the years.

Address the Cause First

Splints for grinding, dietary advice for acid erosion. We treat the cause, not just symptoms.

Reverse Ageing Effects

Worn teeth make faces look older. Restoring vertical dimension rejuvenates your appearance.

Test Before Committing

Live with temporary restorations first. Make sure the new bite feels right before going permanent.

Adhesive Not Crowns

Where possible, we use bonded restorations that preserve tooth structure rather than full crowns.

Protected Long-Term

Custom splints protect your investment. Many patients have worn for years without issues.

Restoration Results

Real transformations from patients who restored their smile.

Ceramic Veneers

Eight lifelike ceramic veneers for a natural smile.

Composite Veneers for Worn Teeth

Before and after composite veneers restoring worn teeth.

Composite Veneers

Full set of composite veneers for smile transformation.

Ceramic Onlays

Conservative ceramic onlays to restore damaged teeth.

Bright White Composite Veneers

Eight bright white composite veneers for a striking smile transformation.

Composite Veneer Replacement

Replacing old composite veneers with fresh, natural-looking ones.

Composite Bonding

Natural-looking composite bonding for seamless results.

Bright White Composite Veneers

Eight bright white composite veneers for a bold, radiant smile.

Edge Bonding

Edge bonding to refine tooth shape and close small gaps.

Edge Bonding

Subtle edge bonding for improved tooth proportions.

Edge Bonding

Closing gaps and improving tooth shape with edge bonding.

Edge Bonding

Using edge bonding to close gaps and disguise missing teeth.

Ceramic Veneers

Step-by-step creation of eight realistic ceramic veneers.

Composite Bonding

Reshaping and improving tooth colour with layered composite.

Composite Veneers

Hand-layered composite veneers for natural aesthetics.

Direct Composite Rehabilitation

Direct composite technique to rebuild worn teeth and close gaps.

Ceramic Veneers

Premium ceramic veneers crafted by master technicians.

Full Mouth Rehabilitation

Years of steady decline and failing old work refreshed to full shape and an even colour, with the denture gone for good.

Composite Veneers

Bespoke composite veneers shaped to suit the face.

Edge Bonding

Precise edge bonding for symmetry and gap closure.

Full Mouth Composite Rehabilitation

Occlusal view showing composite rehabilitation of all worn biting surfaces.

Composite Veneers for Worn Teeth

Step-by-step composite veneer restoration for severely worn teeth.

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Your Treatment Journey

Comprehensive Consultation

45 minutes

Detailed examination including photos, x-rays, and bite analysis to understand the extent of wear and its causes.

Prevention Strategy

We address the underlying cause, whether grinding, acid erosion, or bite issues, to prevent further damage.

Design Phase

Create your personalised treatment plan with digital smile design, planning the ideal tooth shape and bite.

Preparation & Temporaries

Careful preparation of your teeth followed by high-quality temporaries that let you test-drive your new bite.

Testing & Refinement

We test the temporaries thoroughly, making adjustments until the function and aesthetics are perfect.

Final Restorations

Your refined temporary design is converted into permanent, long-lasting restorations.

Protection with Splint

A custom protective splint safeguards your investment and prevents future wear.

What Patients Say

Real reviews from patients who've had this treatment.

“My treatment was for the preparation of a number of crowns and a bridge. The work was carried out by Dr Tristan. For the amount of work it was pain free. Tristan checked with me throughout to see if I was okay. Extremely professional, friendly and relaxed which helps me relax!”

Investment

From£204

Treatment varies based on individual needs. Full assessment required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common causes include grinding (bruxism), acid erosion from diet or reflux, an uneven bite, aggressive brushing, and natural ageing. Often it's a combination of factors. Identifying the cause is crucial for successful treatment.

Treatment is delivered by Dr Tristan Tinn, dentist in Kendal, at Crossbank Dental Care on Captain French Lane, a short walk from the Market Place.

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Phone

01539 319170

Location

Crossbank Dental Care

10 Captain French Lane
Kendal, LA9 4HP