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What are some protective factors for high occlusal wear levels?
What are some protective factors for high occlusal wear levels?
What is one of the consequences of compromised periodontal support?
What is one of the consequences of compromised periodontal support?
Which aspect is crucial to assess in managing tooth wear?
Which aspect is crucial to assess in managing tooth wear?
Which factor has been identified as affecting occlusal wear among others?
Which factor has been identified as affecting occlusal wear among others?
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When restorative or functional intervention is required for tooth wear, what would be a common recommendation?
When restorative or functional intervention is required for tooth wear, what would be a common recommendation?
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In fast-progressing cases of tooth wear, what is likely to be a contributing factor besides bruxism?
In fast-progressing cases of tooth wear, what is likely to be a contributing factor besides bruxism?
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What is the main reason for tooth wear in elderly individuals who still have their natural teeth?
What is the main reason for tooth wear in elderly individuals who still have their natural teeth?
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Which physiological processes of tooth wear usually occur simultaneously according to the text?
Which physiological processes of tooth wear usually occur simultaneously according to the text?
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What is a possible indication of attrition?
What is a possible indication of attrition?
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What might be a reason for tooth discolouration associated with attrition?
What might be a reason for tooth discolouration associated with attrition?
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What can cause sensitivity or pain related to attrition?
What can cause sensitivity or pain related to attrition?
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Which factor could lead to altered occlusion due to decreasing vertical height?
Which factor could lead to altered occlusion due to decreasing vertical height?
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How often should patients with bruxism be monitored to evaluate tooth surface loss prevention?
How often should patients with bruxism be monitored to evaluate tooth surface loss prevention?
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What is recommended for patients with confirmed bruxism to prevent further tooth wear?
What is recommended for patients with confirmed bruxism to prevent further tooth wear?
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What is commonly associated with severe dental attrition in cases where erosion also exists?
What is commonly associated with severe dental attrition in cases where erosion also exists?
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What is the term used to refer to the parafunctional movement of the mandible during the day or night?
What is the term used to refer to the parafunctional movement of the mandible during the day or night?
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In which group of individuals does the number of teeth with incisal or occlusal wear typically increase with age?
In which group of individuals does the number of teeth with incisal or occlusal wear typically increase with age?
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What is typically found in association with occlusal erosion and attrition?
What is typically found in association with occlusal erosion and attrition?
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