Worn Teeth Treatment in San Jose
Rebuild the length your teeth have lost
Medically reviewed by Howard Nguyen, DDS. Last updated October 24, 2026.
Call: (408) 238-6684
What worn teeth look and feel like
Wear tends to show on the biting edges first. You might notice one or more of these:
- Front teeth that look shorter than they used to
- Flat, smooth chewing surfaces on back teeth
- Twinges with cold drinks or sweets
- Thin, see-through edges or small chips
- Old fillings or crowns that crack
- A bite that feels different when you close
Why enamel wears down
Enamel can’t regrow, so we rebuild the shape it once held. Most wear traces back to a few causes:
- Grinding or clenching, often during sleep
- Acid from reflux or from acidic food and drinks
- Uneven bite forces that land on a handful of teeth
- Decades of chewing, which flatten even healthy teeth
We look for the cause during your exam so your repair holds up for years.
Ways we repair worn and damaged teeth
Your worn teeth treatment in San Jose depends on how many teeth the wear touches and how much of each tooth remains.
Bonding for chipped or worn edges
We add tooth-colored composite to rebuild a worn or uneven edge. Most bonding takes 30-60 minutes per tooth, and many cases finish in one visit.
Same-day crowns for weakened teeth
A crown covers the whole tooth when wear, a crack, or a large filling has left it fragile. We scan, design, and mill your ceramic crown here, so most visits take about two hours and you leave with the final crown.
Full mouth reconstruction for a bite that has changed
When wear runs across many teeth, we rebuild your bite as one plan. Plans can combine crowns, implants, gum treatment, and bite correction, staged across several months.
Nightguards that protect the new work
If grinding plays a part, we make you a custom nightguard to wear while you sleep. The guard takes the force your bonding and crowns would otherwise absorb.
Bite planning by an engineer turned dentist
Dr. Howard Nguyen studied electrical engineering and computer science at UC Berkeley and Stanford before earning his DDS at UCSF. He brings that logic to your plan: we measure the bite first, then decide what to rebuild.
CBCT 3D imaging
Our CBCT scanner shows your teeth, bone, and jaw in three dimensions before we recommend anything.
Crowns made in our office
Our CAD/CAM milling system makes ceramic crowns in a single visit, so you skip the temporary crown.
Care in Spanish and Vietnamese
Our team speaks both, so you can talk through your options in the language that feels easiest.
What worn teeth treatment in San Jose involves
- You tell us what you’ve noticed, and we take digital x-rays, plus a CBCT scan if your bite needs a closer look.
- We examine your teeth, gums, bite, and jaw, and show you on screen where the wear is.
- You see your options, the number of visits, and what your insurance covers before you book anything.
- We start with the teeth you choose and stage larger plans around your schedule.
If several teeth need rebuilding together, we’ll walk you through full mouth reconstruction at that visit.
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Have insurance? We’ve got you covered
We believe high-quality dental care should be accessible and straightforward. We accept most major PPO insurance plans, including Delta Dental, Aetna, Cigna, MetLife, Guardian, and more.
Our knowledgeable front desk team will help you understand your benefits, file claims on your behalf, and avoid any billing surprises.
No insurance? No problem!
We offer flexible options like CareCredit and an in-house membership plan to help you afford the care you need. We also accept all major credit cards and cash payments. We’re happy to help you find the best payment option for you.
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Our San Jose dentists’ office
Conveniently located inside Eastridge Mall, our practice offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere and state-of-the-art dental care for families across San Jose.
2200 Eastridge Loop Ste 1060
San Jose CA 95122
Monday-Saturday: 9:00AM-6:00PM
FAQs about worn and damaged teeth
Can worn teeth grow back?
No. Enamel doesn't regrow once it wears away. We rebuild the lost shape with bonding, a same-day crown, or a full reconstruction plan, depending on how much of the tooth remains.
How much does it cost to fix worn teeth?
Your cost depends on how many teeth need repair and which treatment fits, so we price your plan after a free consultation. Dental Concepts Dental Group works with most major PPO plans, including Delta Dental, Aetna, Cigna, MetLife, and Guardian, and files claims for you. Without insurance, you can use CareCredit or our in-house membership plan, which takes 15% off standard fees.
How long does worn teeth treatment take?
One or two teeth often take a single visit. Bonding runs 30-60 minutes per tooth, and a same-day crown takes about two hours. A full reconstruction runs across several months, staged around your schedule.
Could grinding be the reason my teeth look shorter?
Grinding is one of the most common reasons, especially when the wear looks flat and even across the biting edges. An exam confirms it, and a custom nightguard protects your teeth and any new work while you sleep.
Do I need bonding or a crown?
Bonding suits small chips and worn edges on teeth that are still strong. A crown fits better when a tooth has cracked, holds a large filling, or has lost much of its height. We'll show you on your scan which one applies to each tooth.
When does worn teeth treatment in San Jose become full mouth reconstruction?
When wear affects many teeth and has changed how your bite fits together, Dental Concepts Dental Group plans the repair as one full mouth reconstruction instead of single fixes. Treating the bite as a whole lets each new tooth meet its partner evenly.
Will my repaired teeth look natural?
Yes. We shade ceramic crowns and composite bonding to match the color of your own teeth, so the repair blends in.
Personalized care for a healthier, brighter smile
Start with a free look at your bite
Your consultation costs nothing, and we’re open Saturdays inside Eastridge Mall. Our front desk checks your benefits before your visit.