What are the real risks?
In our clinic at 3 Goldhawk Road in London and talking with people who travel down to see us from Manchester the main danger is crushing fracture under heavy chewing loads.
Premolars do real chewing work: they crush dense food before it reaches your back molars. The edge packing extra composite has to absorb heavy vertical pressure every time you chew a nut or hard crust. While resin handles front slicing well, intense vertical crushing can crack the composite down the middle.
Another problem is food packing between the teeth. Premolars have broad, flat contact areas. If the dentist does not sculpt a tight contact point, lunch debris gets wedged between the teeth every time you eat meat or apples, leaving your gums sore and inflamed.
Plaque also settles easily along the join. You have to thread floss right down into that crevice every single night, or tea and red wine will leave a dirty brown line right along the bond. An electric brush helps, but an interdental stick does the real work.
Beyond that, leave hard ice cubes alone. Don’t crunch through unpopped popcorn kernels. A basic night splint will sort out any clenching while you sleep.
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The insights shared in our articles are meant to educate and inform, not to replace a face-to-face consultation. Every smile is unique, and a proper diagnosis can only be made by a qualified clinical professional. Please book an appointment with our team or consult your local dentist for advice tailored to your specific oral health needs.
