Dental Health: Abrasion and Chronic Trauma

Abrasion is a type of tooth surface loss caused by bacterial infection.

Chewing on hard objects like pens or pencils is a habit that can contribute to abrasion.

Tooth brush abrasion is usually seen as a rounded notch in the gingival portion of the facial aspect of teeth.

Tobacco chewing is a habit that can cause abrasion.

Abrasion is a type of tooth surface loss that can be caused by improper flossing.