Tooth wear changes things slightly because the protective outer enamel may have become thinner. If the wear has reached deeper parts of the tooth, those areas can react more strongly to cold or touch. So, the condition of the tooth before bonding matters.<\/p>\r\n
A dentist will usually check how much tooth structure has been lost before deciding that edge bonding is suitable. If the tooth is otherwise healthy and the wear is mainly around the edge, bonding is often a straightforward option.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Mostly pressure rather than pain, which is usually much easier to tolerate than people expect.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 A little sensitivity afterwards is possible, particularly if the worn tooth was already reacting to cold.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 No drilling into the tooth in many cases, although the exact preparation depends on how much wear has occurred.<\/p>\r\n
Your tooth can feel slightly strange at first. You might run your tongue over the new edge several times because it feels different from what you’re used to.<\/p>\r\n
That feeling usually settles quickly. And once the bonding has been shaped properly, you shouldn’t have to think about it every time you bite or speak.<\/p>\r\n
This is where it’s worth telling your dentist exactly what you’ve been feeling. If cold drinks already cause a sharp reaction, don’t brush it off as normal wear.<\/p>\r\n
Depending on the cause and depth of the wear, the dentist may need to look more closely before bonding. Sometimes the tooth needs treatment for the underlying problem first.<\/p>\r\n
Pain isn’t expected from routine composite edge bonding. If you have strong pain during the procedure or significant pain that continues afterwards, tell your dentist rather than simply waiting it out.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Mild sensitivity for a short while can happen, especially with previously worn teeth.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Sharp or worsening pain deserves a dental check, because that’s different from ordinary post-treatment sensitivity.<\/p>\r\n
If tooth wear has left your edges looking shorter or uneven, composite bonding is usually one of the more comfortable cosmetic treatments available. The process feels fairly quick, and once the new shape feels normal, you tend to stop noticing the work altogether.<\/p>\r\n
The bigger question isn’t really whether bonding will hurt. It’s why the teeth became worn in the first place. If grinding, acidic drinks, or another habit is still wearing them down, fixing the edge without dealing with that can feel a bit like repainting a wall while the leak is still dripping above it.<\/p>\r\n
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