Restorative management of the worn dentition: I. Aetiology and diagnosis

Dent Update. 2002 May;29(4):162-8. doi: 10.12968/denu.2002.29.4.162.

Abstract

In this, the first of a four-part series on the restorative management of the worn dentition, the aetiological factors, diagnosis of toothwear and preventive measures are summarized. Later papers will deal with the management of localized anterior and posterior toothwear, the use of 'Dahl type' appliances as an effective means for the restorations and the various treatment options for the management of the dentition showing generalized wear. The series will discuss the relative merits of the treatment strategies, clinical techniques and dental materials for the restoration of health, function and aesthetics for the dentition.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Acids
  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Child
  • Dental Enamel / injuries
  • Dental Restoration, Permanent
  • Disease Progression
  • Humans
  • Occlusal Splints
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Saliva / metabolism
  • Secretory Rate / physiology
  • Tooth Abrasion / diagnosis
  • Tooth Abrasion / etiology*
  • Tooth Abrasion / prevention & control
  • Tooth Abrasion / therapy
  • Tooth Attrition / diagnosis
  • Tooth Attrition / etiology*
  • Tooth Attrition / prevention & control
  • Tooth Attrition / therapy
  • Tooth Cervix / injuries
  • Tooth Erosion / diagnosis
  • Tooth Erosion / etiology*
  • Tooth Erosion / prevention & control
  • Tooth Erosion / therapy

Substances

  • Acids