Cervical Abrasion Price, GI, Resin, Brown Teeth Causes, Pain

Have you heard of cervical abrasion?

It’s something many people have heard of at least once,

but often they’re not sure exactly what treatment is needed

or whether it matches their current situation.

From your 40s onward, cervical abrasion is common. Let’s take a look at what it is today.

If you’re in your teens, 20s, or 30s,

it might be a good idea to go home and check your parents’ teeth.

Let’s look at brown teeth that become noticeable as people age.

What is cervical abrasion?

Cervical abrasion is a lifestyle-related condition that can commonly

be seen from your 40s onward.

If, when you look in the mirror, the color of the border where the tooth and gum meet

looks brown,

grooved, or yellowish,

it may be cervical abrasion.

Cervical abrasion means that the root of the tooth

has worn down.

Because it is not a symptom that the patient directly feels as pain,

it is often left untreated.

However, since it is very close to the tooth nerve,

if it progresses further it can cause tooth sensitivity,

pain, or in more severe cases,

require root canal treatment.

If detected early, it can be treated simply,

and the treatment cost is also low.

That is why visiting the dentist when it is found early is recommended.

Why me, and not everyone else? Of course, not everyone develops cervical abrasion just because they are in their 30s or 40s.

There are reasons.

Brushing too hard or using a toothbrush with bristles that are too rough

can wear down the tooth surface.

This can also happen if you have a habit of grinding your teeth or clenching them.

In particular, teeth grinding and clenching can cause other problems as well as cervical abrasion,

so please be sure to visit a clinic early.

Also, not everyone is born with perfectly aligned teeth and bite,

meaning occlusion.

If force is concentrated on a particular tooth,

the tooth root can wear down.

People who often enjoy acidic foods are also more likely to have problems.

If you continuously consume highly acidic foods such as carbonated drinks, vinegar, and fruit juice,

the likelihood of tooth wear progressing increases.

It occurs in about 10% to 20% of people in their 20s and 30s,

about 40% to 60% in those in their 40s and 50s,

and over 70% in those 60 and older,

so I felt like almost everyone may go through it at least once in their life.

Is there a sure way to tell? Does your tooth feel sensitive or have a sharp pain when eating cold foods?

Does the area near the gums hurt when brushing?

Is the lower part of the tooth worn into a V shape?

Have the gums receded so that the tooth root is visible?

Are the teeth yellowish or brownish?

If even one of the above applies,

we recommend visiting a nearby dental clinic as soon as possible.

The more time passes, the more pain can develop,

and a treatment that could be handled simply at a low cost

may grow to the point of requiring root canal treatment.

How much does treatment cost? GI? Resin? When people hear the name cervical abrasion,

it may sound serious and make them worry whether it is a big problem

or whether it will cost a lot.

But in the early stages,

it can often be solved with a simple treatment.

The worn area is filled with a material that matches the color of the tooth

to restore its shape, prevent sensitivity,

and stop the tooth from wearing down any further.

The materials used for treatment are usually divided into two types.

They are resin and GI.

Clinics usually recommend resin more often.

Because GI is very inexpensive, you may wonder,

"Why do I have to choose the more expensive one?"

GI is relatively weaker than resin, so in cases where the tooth is not used carefully over a long period,

it can be difficult to break that habit.

If you use weaker GI,

abrasion may happen again more easily or it may come off,

which can mean the inconvenience of visiting the clinic multiple times

or additional costs.

It is also more similar to tooth color aesthetically.

In particular, front teeth are visible, so resin is often recommended for aesthetic reasons as well.

If GI is covered by insurance, it can be received from around 10,000 won.

Resin is generally priced between 50,000 and 150,000 won.

Don’t worry about the treatment

You can think of it as a treatment that restores the shape of the tooth with material.

Since there is no pain, it is a procedure done without anesthesia.

Usually, unless the case is extensive,

it is a simple treatment that takes about 10 to 20 minutes.

That is why, if you suspect it, there is no need to delay treatment.

The longer you wait, the more difficult it becomes,

the higher the cost goes,

and the worse the pain can get.

In fact, it is not a serious disease,

but the biggest issue is that people leave it untreated without knowing,

which allows the condition to gradually worsen.

I think the biggest problem is that people simply think,

"It’s just a little sensitive," and move on,

then miss the treatment window and end up needing an implant due to tooth fracture,

or needing root canal treatment.

There are quite a few such cases.

Real case The photos below show a real case of a patient who visited Seoul Centum Dental Clinic

without knowing what cervical abrasion was and ended up receiving treatment.

Previous image Next image

A woman in her 60s came in because she had gone to a neighborhood dental clinic for scaling after a long time,

was told that her teeth had worn away,

and after looking in the mirror, she didn’t like how her teeth looked.

Previous image Next image

Even by eye, there were many areas where cervical abrasion had progressed significantly,

so treatment was started right away that day.

It was decided to treat 8 teeth with significant wear,

and because they agreed to use resin, which is a stronger material for better long-term maintenance,

the treatment was carried out with resin.

Previous image Next image

There is certainly a big aesthetic difference between having it treated and not treated,

so after the procedure, the patient was also very satisfied.

Once treated neatly with resin,

the appearance is much better,

and the teeth are also protected going forward,

so the patient can eat with peace of mind.

As such, it is a simple treatment that can be resolved in one day,

and it is very satisfying visually as well.

Of course, even if you have resin treatment, it is not permanent,

and since the cause often stems from an individual’s lifestyle habits,

you need to manage it carefully yourself.

We hope you will try improving any existing poor oral habits

and eating habits.

Implant alcohol on the day? When is it possible?

Implant bone graft pain, process, and necessity?