A Comprehensive Approach To Dental Wear
Addressing heavily worn teeth starts with understanding how your bite functions. At our Braintree restorative dental practice, we look beyond quick fixes to identify the root cause of wear and build solutions that restore lasting comfort and protection.
Sequencing Your
Care For Lasting Results
Dr. Salem draws on decades of experience to design a personalized treatment plan. By coordinating with our in-house orthodontist and periodontist, we can rebuild your smile with a clear, efficient approach.
- A thorough evaluation to understand the underlying cause of your enamel loss
- Strategic orthodontic alignment to correct uneven chewing forces and joint pressure.
- High-quality restorations designed to withstand heavy daily use and function naturally.
- Coordinated care that minimizes the need for outside referrals and multiple offices.
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Benefits of
Rebuilding Your Smile
Repairing significant dental wear provides life-changing benefits that go far beyond aesthetics. We focus on enhancing your overall wellness and protecting your natural teeth from further damage.
Restored
Chewing Capacity
Rebuilding the proper height and shape of your teeth allows you to chew your favorite foods comfortably. You will no longer have to avoid tough or crunchy meals due to sensitivity or weakness.
Relief From
Jaw Discomfort
Worn teeth often lead to an unbalanced bite, which can cause lingering jaw tension. By correcting your alignment and restoring damaged enamel, we help alleviate daily stress on your joints.
A Rejuvenated Appearance
Extensive wear can prematurely age your smile by making your teeth appear short or flat. Our custom restorations bring back the natural, youthful proportions of your face.
Frequently Asked Questions
Worn Dentition FAQs
We believe in empowering our patients with clear, honest information. Here are answers to common questions about worn dentition and repairing extensive dental damage.
Your Journey To
Renewed Oral Health
We guide you through rebuilding your smile with a thoughtful, personal approach. During your first visit, we evaluate your bite, review your digital scans, and take time to understand your goals—especially if you’re dealing with worn teeth or considering full mouth restoration.
We explain everything in clear, everyday language, so you know what to expect. You’ll see how each phase of care fits together before treatment begins, helping you feel informed, comfortable, and prepared at every step.
Personalized Care For
Worn And Damaged Teeth
Rebuilding a heavily compromised smile from worn dentition requires a steady hand and a highly thoughtful touch. Dr. Salem brings 40 years of restorative experience to our Braintree practice, allowing him to manage even the most extensive cases with quiet authority.
When you choose our team, you partner with dedicated professionals who prioritize your long-term health. We look forward to providing the sophisticated coordination you need in a comfortable, familiar setting.
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Explore More
More Services
Repairing worn dentition often involves more than one type of treatment. See how our in-house team works together to rebuild your smile using the services below.
Invisalign
Clear Aligners
We frequently use Invisalign clear aligners to correct the bite issues that contribute to worn dentition before repairing damaged enamel. This vital step protects your future restorations from uneven pressure and supports long-lasting results.
Dental
Crowns
For worn dentition that causes teeth to lose significant height or structure, we provide custom-crafted dental crowns. These durable restorations return the natural shape and strength to your smile so you can chew with ease.
Nightguards For Bruxism
If teeth grinding contributed to your worn dentition, we offer custom nightguards for bruxism to help protect your smile. These comfortable oral appliances reduce nighttime clenching and protect your restored teeth.
Dental
Implants
If worn dentition leads to a tooth becoming too damaged to save, dental implants provide a strong, permanent replacement. Our collaborative team places and restores these implants entirely in-house for your convenience.
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