15 yrs, 1 mth ago

grooves in enamel

I was wondering if anyone has had a similar problem.
I have two teeth with grooves in them, where the enamel is stripped, making them sensitive. The grooves sit just below the gum line. The dentist previously put a polish over the top to keep the tooth covered but this has worn off. Does anyone know if this area of the tooth can be filled? Or what could be the cause?

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  • 13 yrs, 5 mths ago

    u could have your teeth capped. and if it`s sensitive, use the new colgate sensitive which costs about $10 a tube. it is FANTASTIC! it is literally like in the ads where you no longer feel any pain or cold after using it!

  • 13 yrs, 5 mths ago

    u could have your teeth capped. and if it`s sensitive, use the new colgate sensitive which costs about $10 a tube. it is FANTASTIC! it is literally like in the ads where you no longer feel any pain or cold after using it!

  • 13 yrs, 5 mths ago

    u could have your teeth capped. and if it`s sensitive, use the new colgate sensitive which costs about $10 a tube. it is FANTASTIC! it is literally like in the ads where you no longer feel any pain or cold after using it!

  • 13 yrs, 5 mths ago

    u could have your teeth capped. and if it`s sensitive, use the new colgate sensitive which costs about $10 a tube. it is FANTASTIC! it is literally like in the ads where you no longer feel any pain or cold after using it!

  • 14 yrs, 1 mth ago

    I have this same problem (enamel loss at the gumline – diagnosed about 7 years ago), and was told by my dentist that it was because I brushed too hard. He suggested only using gel toothpastes and also to purchase an electric toothbrush. And 7 years later there has been no further wear to my teeth! So I highly recommend the use of both the gelpaste and the electric toothbrush.

  • 14 yrs, 1 mth ago

    I have this same problem (enamel loss at the gumline – diagnosed about 7 years ago), and was told by my dentist that it was because I brushed too hard. He suggested only using gel toothpastes and also to purchase an electric toothbrush. And 7 years later there has been no further wear to my teeth! So I highly recommend the use of both the gelpaste and the electric toothbrush.

  • 14 yrs, 1 mth ago

    I have this same problem (enamel loss at the gumline – diagnosed about 7 years ago), and was told by my dentist that it was because I brushed too hard. He suggested only using gel toothpastes and also to purchase an electric toothbrush. And 7 years later there has been no further wear to my teeth! So I highly recommend the use of both the gelpaste and the electric toothbrush.

  • 14 yrs, 1 mth ago

    I have this same problem (enamel loss at the gumline – diagnosed about 7 years ago), and was told by my dentist that it was because I brushed too hard. He suggested only using gel toothpastes and also to purchase an electric toothbrush. And 7 years later there has been no further wear to my teeth! So I highly recommend the use of both the gelpaste and the electric toothbrush.

  • 14 yrs, 6 mths ago

    Hi… the cause is most likely to be your technique of toothbrushing. Try asking your dentist about the Bass technique or just Google it. Also you could try using a soft toothbrush in the future if you don`t already use one.
    The `grooves` can be filled, depending on how deep they are. If they get really deep, you can have a filling put in to help with the sensiitivity.
    Tooth Mousse is awesome but it only deals with the sensitivity. The main thing is to brush correctly. =) Good luck!

  • 14 yrs, 6 mths ago

    Hi… the cause is most likely to be your technique of toothbrushing. Try asking your dentist about the Bass technique or just Google it. Also you could try using a soft toothbrush in the future if you don`t already use one.
    The `grooves` can be filled, depending on how deep they are. If they get really deep, you can have a filling put in to help with the sensiitivity.
    Tooth Mousse is awesome but it only deals with the sensitivity. The main thing is to brush correctly. =) Good luck!

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