define attrition dental
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The question is asking for a definition of 'attrition' in the context of dentistry. Attrition refers to the gradual wear and loss of tooth structure due to the mechanical action of teeth grinding against each other.
Answer
Dental attrition is the loss of tooth structure caused by tooth-to-tooth contact.
Dental attrition is a type of tooth wear that occurs due to tooth-to-tooth contact, resulting in the loss of tooth structure or tissue.
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Dental attrition is a type of tooth wear that occurs due to tooth-to-tooth contact, resulting in the loss of tooth structure or tissue.
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Dental attrition typically affects the incisal or occlusal surfaces of the teeth and may be associated with conditions such as bruxism (teeth grinding).
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Sources
- What is Dental Attrition? - Golden State Dentistry - goldenstatedentistry.com
- The Dentist's Guide to Tooth Erosion, Attrition, Abrasion & Abfraction - ostrowonline.usc.edu
- Dental attrition - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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