Tooth wear Flashcards
1
Q
What does the term Erosion mean?
A
The loss of tooth enamel through acid dissolution/ acid attacks.
2
Q
What is the critical PH for enamel?
A
5.5
3
Q
Examples of extrinsic acids?
A
Fruit juices, fizzy drinks, fruit, sports drinks ect…
4
Q
Examples of intrinsic acids?
A
Reflux, indigestion, repeated vomiting
5
Q
What does Abrasion mean?
A
The physical wear of the tooth surface from a foreign body in the mouth.
e.g. aggressive tooth brushing or nails/hair pins ect
6
Q
What does Attrition mean?
A
The physical wear of one tooth against another.
e.g. grinding
