Investigation and Treatment of Patients with Teeth Affected by Tooth Substance Loss: A Review

From Volume 27, Issue 4, May 2000 | Pages 175-183

Authors

Morag L. Watson

BDS

Adult Dental Care, Glasgow Dental School

Articles by Morag L. Watson

F.J. Trevor Burke

Editor

Articles by F.J. Trevor Burke

Abstract

Tooth substance loss, an increasing problem, may result from erosion, abrasion and attrition, often with more than one of these acting together. Investigation requires a detailed history and examination. The aim of treatment may be prevention of further damage in less affected cases. The treatment of severe tooth substance loss may be complex, especially in view of the reduced amounts of tooth substance which may be available and the need to find space because of the compensatory over-eruption of worn teeth.

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