Basically it is the mechanical wearing down of the chewing surfaces of teeth caused by excessive tooth to tooth contact such as in bruxism. Attrition causes teeth to lose their cusps and become flat and unsightly and sensitive to sweets & hot and cold drinks.

It can be prevented

Bruxism should be conformed as it can cause severe damage to teeth, fillings and crowns. If it exists, then either a soft or hard night guard should be made depending on the clinical situation.

The damage to teeth can be repaired carefully by using composite white fillings, onlays or crowns to restore the bite and to stop the tooth sensitivity and improve the aesthetics of the teeth.

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