Teeth attrition is a type of dental wear caused by tooth to tooth contact. The friction caused by tooth rubbing wears the biting surface of the teeth. It often occurs due to aging. In some cases, it occurs due to dental diseases and eating habits. The symptoms of attrition are sore gums, loss of tooth structure, increased dental pain, and tooth discoloration. It is treated depending on the cause. Orthodontic treatment helps to fix tooth alignment, and dental restorations help to restore damaged teeth.
How to Prevent Dental Erosion?
Dental erosion is the wearing away of the tooth structure by acids. This article discusses in detail the causes and management of dental erosion.
Regressive Alterations of Teeth
Regressive alteration is characterized by loss of the tooth layers, enamel, and dentin. Continue reading to know the causes, symptoms, and management of this.
