Dental erosion--the problem and some practical solutions.
There has been a clinical impression among dental practitioners, particularly those working with children, that the problem of dental erosion is increasing. Is this really the case or are we more aware of the problem? What is causing this increase, if it really exists? Perhaps more importantly, what can we do about it? This article looks at the prevalence, and aetiology of dental erosion, particularly in children, and makes some practical suggestions for possible control.
Shaw
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University of Birmingham School of Dentistry, St Chads Queensway.
Smith
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002253:Carbonated Beverages / Q000009:adverse effects; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003376:Counseling; D004032:Diet; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005764:Gastroesophageal Reflux / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D008019:Life Style; D009910:Oral Hygiene / Q000009:adverse effects; D015995:Prevalence; D014077:Tooth Erosion / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D014839:Vomiting / Q000150:complications