title: Midface collapse: an overlooked disease.
abstract: Midface collapse is a disease caused by occlusal interferences leading to excessive tooth attrition and loss of vertical dimension. Although it can cause premature aging, it can be prevented or treated.
authors.forename: W J
authors.initials: WJ
authors.lastname: Schlott
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D019588:Aging, Premature / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy; D002012:Bruxism / Q000150:complications; D019066:Facies; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D019217:Tooth Attrition / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy; D014716:Vertical Dimension