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Some facets of tooth wear
Annals of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons
|October 1, 1991
Summary
Tooth wear is a growing concern, especially for older adults keeping their teeth longer. Early diagnosis and understanding the causes are key to managing tooth wear and restoring dental health.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Geriatric Dentistry
- Dental Biomaterials
Background:
- Tooth wear is an increasing dental problem, particularly affecting older patients.
- Patients retaining teeth longer face risks of dentition wear after overcoming caries and periodontal disease.
- Unacceptable tooth wear necessitates accurate diagnosis and understanding of its etiology for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the increasing prevalence of tooth wear in aging populations.
- To emphasize the importance of diagnosing and understanding the etiology of tooth wear.
- To discuss long-term monitoring and treatment strategies for managing tooth wear.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on tooth wear prevalence and etiology.
- Analysis of diagnostic approaches for tooth wear.
- Evaluation of long-term monitoring and restorative treatment techniques.
Main Results:
- Tooth wear is a significant issue for older adults with retained dentition.
- Accurate diagnosis and etiological understanding are critical for managing tooth wear.
- Long-term monitoring aids in planning lifelong management strategies.
- Specific treatment techniques exist for restoring severely worn teeth.
Conclusions:
- Effective management of tooth wear requires a thorough understanding of its causes.
- Long-term monitoring and appropriate treatments are essential for addressing tooth wear in older patients.
- Preserving dentition in aging populations involves managing tooth wear effectively.