Dental Erosive Wear Examination: BEWE Index

<p>The extent of enamel loss on the occlusal surface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Significant enamel loss with dentine involvement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Restorations covering more than 50% of the tooth surface (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fluorosis not affecting the shape of the tooth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Every 6 months (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Root surface (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To identify and manage early signs of tooth wear. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps track tooth wear progression over time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tooth wear (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Both primary and permanent teeth are assessed using the same scoring system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Acid is a contributing factor in severe tooth wear. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Erosive Tooth Wear Foundation website (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps dentists to identify early signs of tooth wear that may otherwise be missed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It should be used for all causes of tooth wear, including abrasion and attrition. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote the use of the BEWE in dental practice. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The BEWE has become a widely accepted tool for assessing tooth wear. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>BEWE score 1 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>More than 50% of the surface affected (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Complete wear is rare (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The lower score should be chosen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diameter ≤ 0.5 mm (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Slight wear is visible on the incisal surface. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A score of 3. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The gingival margin to the incisal edge. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No signs of wear on the buccal/palatal/lingual surface. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cupping. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>≥0.5 mm. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They must cause changes to the tooth shape. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Score 3. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To assess the severity of tooth wear (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The worst affected surface in that sextant. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wear covering just less than 50% of the tooth surface (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Erosive wear covers more than 50% of the tooth surface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If the restoration covers more than 50% of the tooth surface. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Presence of visible wear (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By taking the highest score from any sextant (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It should be used in conjunction with the BPE scoring system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Indicates hard tissue loss with >50% surface area affected, dentine often involved.

Visible indentation on tooth surfaces due to erosion.

Loss of the chewing surface of a tooth covering over 50% of the area.

Restorations covering >50% of surface affect BEWE scoring; adjacent wear is counted.

When erosion extends to the dentine layer beneath the enamel, indicating severe wear.

The loss of tooth structure due to erosion, abrasion, or attrition.

Tooth wear caused by chemical processes, often from acidic substances.

A systematic evaluation of tooth wear during dental examinations.

Basic periodontal examination, assesses gum health.

A scoring system for tooth wear based on clinical examination.

A division of the dental arch for assessment purposes, typically 6 segments.

Indicates no signs of tooth wear on the assessed surface.

Indicates initial tooth wear, such as rounding of edges present.

Indicates tooth wear affecting less than 50% of the surface area with hard tissue loss.

Adequate lighting is crucial for accurate visual examinations of teeth.

Typically excluded from assessment unless they replace a second permanent molar.

Factors influencing the progression of tooth wear phenomena over time.

The underlying cause of tooth wear often related to acidic substances.

Strategies and tools implemented to avoid tooth wear signs in patients.

Resources created for dental professionals to address tooth wear.

An organization providing information and support regarding tooth wear.

Measurements evaluating the extent of tooth wear irrespective of cause.

The branch focusing on the prevention of dental diseases and promoting oral health.

The visible portion of a tooth above the gums, regardless of periodontal health.

A scoring system used to evaluate wear on teeth, with scores ranging from 0 to 3.

The wear observed on the biting edges of anterior teeth, particularly canines and incisors.

Concave wear patterns found on cusp surfaces of teeth, indicating wear.

Using a WHO probe to measure the width of wear defects on teeth.

Conditions like opacities and fluorosis that affect tooth enamel but do not indicate wear.

Reduction in the height of teeth due to wear and other factors.

More than 50% of the tooth surface is affected by wear.

A small concavity on the cusp indicating early wear, diameter ≤0.5 mm.