Dr. Beryl F
Dentistry
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Hello doctor,
I observed horizontal wear on my tooth surface while brushing my teeth. I have had my braces. Is it because of the retainers that had abraded my teeth?
Please help.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I went through your query and understood your concern.
The horizontal whitish area is a demineralized zone. This means that the enamel in that zone started losing its calcium. This is the initial stage of tooth decay. If you feel a dip in that region, it has started to cavitate. This could be because of a sugary diet, over-brushing, retainer poking, or previous orthodontic treatment. This can be filled at this stage with a tooth-colored composite before the cavity progresses and becomes deep. I suggest you visit your dentist to determine what caused it and get it treated soon.
I hope this has helped you.
Thanks and regards.
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