[Health Column] How does your facial impression change when your teeth wear down?

 

hello, Smile Dental Clinic of Director Oh Su-hwan no see.

 

 

When I look at myself in the mirror

“I take care of my skin and wrinkles, but… why isn’t it like it used to be?”

Have you ever felt like that?

 

 

Many people Skin age, vascular age I care, but
Used tens of thousands of times every day Tooth age is often missed.

Teeth wear down quietly and steadily. At some point Face shape, smile line, lower jaw length Influence up to It's crazy.

 

today
✔ What is tooth wear?
✔ What changes occur by age group?
✔ What are some ways you can slow down in your daily life?
I'll organize it for you.

 

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1. Do teeth age like skin? What is "tooth wear"?

✨ Tooth wear,  The process of natural wear and tear over a lifetime of use

Teeth are very hard tissues in the human body, In the movement of chewing, tearing, speaking and grinding Little by little, the surface wears down flat.

 

 

⚠️ What are the characteristics of tooth wear?

• Change is slow

• Easy to proceed without pain

• In many cases, when you become aware of it, it has already progressed.

 

 

 

Example situations of tooth wear

• Teeth tips appear rounder or flatter than before

• It feels like the length has been shortened

• Increased food sensitivity

👉 Even in moments that are not visible from the outside 'Wear' may be a gradual process.

 

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2. How do teeth change from your teens to your fifties?

✨ Dental observation points vary depending on age group!

 

🔹 Teenagers – Natural Beauty

• Tooth enamel is hard and transparent

• The end is slightly bumpy → rather a normal signal

 

🔹 20s – The Beginning of the Impact of Lifestyle Habits

• Drinking habits such as coffee and carbonated beverages → Color changes begin

• If there is bruxism, the end shape begins to change

 

🔹 30s – A period of noticeable change

✔ Flattened tooth tips
✔ Tingling sensation
✔ Gums appear to be receding

 

“It didn’t bother me before…” If you think that It's likely already a sign of wear and tear.

 

🔹 Over 40 – Changes in impression may occur

• The lower body appears to be short

• Deepening wrinkles around the mouth

 

 

👉 Therefore, from the above period, not only the appearance but also Chewing function also needs to be checked do.

 

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3. Can tooth wear be prevented?

✨ You can't stop it completely, but you can 'slow it down'

 

The most important criterion is Correcting lifestyle habits no see.

 

 

⚠️ Behaviors that should be especially avoided

• Chew solid food often

• Nail biting

• Opening a package with your teeth

• Opening a bottle cap

👉 This behavior causes surface wear very quickly.

 

 

💡 If you sleep Grinding teeth If there is?

→ Splint (oral protection device) Need to wear

 

✔ Why do I need a splint?

• Protects teeth from direct wear

• Alleviate the pattern of excessive grinding in certain areas

👉 When you wear a splint Slows down the 'wear rate'.

 

 

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FAQ

Q1. Is it cleaner to brush hard when brushing your teeth?
A1. Rather, the space between the teeth and gums may become damaged.
It may look clean, but it may actually be showing signs of wear and tear. It is recommended to wipe gently. It will work.

 

Q2. Can teeth that have already become shorter be restored?
A2. Teeth that have already been worn down do not regenerate on their own.
However, if there is any discomfort in chewing function or aesthetics, There are ways to restore shape through prosthetic treatment.
→ A decision must be made after checking the exact status!

 

Q3. Does tooth wear really change the shape of the face?
A3. That's right.
As the tooth height decreases, the bite height changes. The area around the mouth appears to be pressed down The lower jaw may appear to be short.

 

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conclusion

✔ Teeth also age
✔ Change happens very slowly and quietly.
✔ It may even lead to changes in facial expressions.

 

From the age of 30 Tooth length, tip shape, and numbness Just check the degree Early detection of signs of aging is possible.

 

 

👉 Check in the mirror

• Are the tips of your teeth flatter than before?

• Does it feel short?

 

If the change is evident We recommend that you have your current condition checked at the dentist.

The surest way to slow down aging is “Knowing my exact condition”! 😊