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Functional Esthetic Rehabilitation of Severe Erosive Tooth Wear Using Aligner Therapy and an Additive Digital Workflow

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  • Ryan Tak On Tse

  • September 1, 2026

  • 14 min

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    Increasing occlusal vertical dimension (OVD) is critical in managing severely worn dentition but remains controversial due to potential adverse effects.

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    A digitally driven workflow integrating aligner therapy can optimize function and esthetics in full-mouth rehabilitation for patients with severe erosive wear.

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    The case study involved a 47-year-old male with severe dental erosion linked to high-frequency cola consumption and a history of bulimia nervosa.

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    Comprehensive treatment planning included orthodontic therapy to correct anterior relationships and a minimally invasive restorative approach to preserve enamel.

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    The multidisciplinary approach aimed to achieve a predictable outcome while minimizing biological costs and addressing the patient's functional and esthetic needs.

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