Restorative management of the worn dentition: 3. Localized posterior toothwear

Dent Update. 2002 Jul-Aug;29(6):267-72. doi: 10.12968/denu.2002.29.6.267.

Abstract

In the management of localized posterior occlusal toothwear, care must be taken not only in determining whether the worn teeth are restorable, but also the desirable occlusal scheme. Assessments of the periodontal, endodontic, and coronal tooth tissues, and the occlusal relationship are necessary for a comprehensive treatment plan for worn posterior teeth.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Crowns
  • Dental Materials / chemistry
  • Dental Occlusion
  • Dental Pulp Diseases / diagnosis
  • Dental Pulp Exposure / therapy
  • Dental Restoration, Permanent / methods*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Malocclusion, Angle Class III / therapy
  • Middle Aged
  • Molar
  • Orthodontic Appliances
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Periodontal Diseases / diagnosis
  • Tooth Abrasion / diagnosis
  • Tooth Abrasion / therapy*
  • Tooth Crown / pathology
  • Tooth Erosion / diagnosis
  • Tooth Erosion / therapy*
  • Vertical Dimension

Substances

  • Dental Materials