> Each time I had a tooth "cured" (i.e. drilled), this "cure" weakened the structure of the tooth so much that it broke with a period of 6 to 24 months. The ar

> Each time I had a tooth "cured" (i.e. drilled), this "cure" weakened the structure of the tooth so much that it broke with a period of 6 to 24 months. The article's points aside, there is something seriously wrong here. For contrast, my newest filling is over fifteen years old and all are still going strong. Drilling is still highly problematic, but shouldn't be directly responsible for your teeth crumbling in such a short time frame. Various other conditions can weaken teeth and make them more susceptible to damage.