Tooth Eroding Quickly

Hi All,

I'm 34 years old and I'm really concerned about my dental health.

Growing up I got lots of cavities (and nasty remarks from the dentist too).

Since I was in my early 20's my teeth have been eroding. Now it's at the point where I have next to no enamel left. My lower front teeth are really small. The last two years have seen the most erosion.

I'm frustrated, stressed and concerned. Every day I check to make sure I even have teeth left. I can't afford a full mouth reconstruction, or all of the work to make my mouth half healthy again. I need to pay my living expenses (which are constantly going up).

Any advice on what to do? Insurance will only cover $1,000. That's only one crown or tooth repair. I have a few more teeth than that in my ever shrinking mouth.

Thanks for letting me vent and for any advice.

[grannienannie]

Im sorry and I know how you feel..All these years Ive been to the doctor every one you name it...and I go to the dentist but for the past 10 years my teeth were falling out and I brush,Floss and went to all my appointments 3 dentist later and the swelling and infection worsen over time may my face on the right started to swell on the right side and feeling numb...and no doctor knew why..under my crown that was put in years before I almost swallowed and my original tooth was dissolved...my face is still like that...and I figure what I going through with my body now...and the dentist 3 of them did not listen when I kept telling them pull it out and check it...Why it wasnt seen on the xray?I dont know...I wouldnt wish this on my worse enemy..you and I both need help...

[patriciat]

What is the nature of the erosion? Was that explained to you?  Do you drink a lot of soft drinks?  Type of toothpaste used?  Checked for acid reflux?  Bruxing?  Please give more info. Thx.