INTRODUCTION Chronic regurgitation of gastric acids in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease may cause dental erosion, which can lead in combination with attrition or bruxism to extensive loss of coronal tooth tissue. CASE PRESENTATION This clinical report describes treatment of severe tooth wear of a gastroesophageal reflux disease patient who is 54-year-old Turkish male patient. Aft...

Like other types of human teeth, the permanent first molar (PFM) has important masticatory function. Since its development and eruption is almost predictable, and the tooth can resist taphonomic conditions, it can form part of possible materials for use in forensic dentistry. The enamel, which forms the coronal outer covering of the tooth, is the hardest tissue of the tooth and is seen with lus...

Both eating disorders and dental erosion are increasingly affecting adolescents young adults. Thus, our systematic review was designed to answer the question: “Is there a relationship between disorders?” Following inclusion exclusion criteria, 31 studies were included in this (according PRISMA statement guidelines). Based on meta-analysis, 54.4% of patients with bulimia nervosa 26.7% anorexia e...

BACKGROUND Fluoride toothpastes presumably offer some protection against acid erosion. However, uncertainty exists towards fluoride's efficacy relatively to the concentration and the type of chemical compound used. This in vitro study evaluated the relative efficacy of toothpastes containing sodium fluoride in different concentrations or a stabilized stannous fluoride/sodium fluoride system on ...

OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of erosion on direct tooth-coloured restorations and adjacent enamel/dentine under low and normal simulated salivary flow rates. METHODS Bovine enamel and dentine specimens were prepared (n=16) and restored with the following materials: resin composite (FiltekZ250), resin-modified glass ionomer cement (Fuji II LC), high-viscosity ...

Dental erosion is defined as the loss of tooth substance by acid exposure not involving bacteria. The etiology of erosion is related to different behavioral, biological and chemical factors. Based on an overview of the current literature, this paper presents a summary of the preventive strategies relevant for patients suffering from dental erosion. Behavioral factors, such as special drinking h...

PURPOSE A case representative of issues dental practitioners may face when providing care to patients with a history of bariatric surgery is reviewed. Meta-analysis shows that, following bariatric surgery, 43 to 79% of diabetes, hyperlipidemia and hypertension in patients resolved to normal levels or no longer required therapy. However, bariatric surgery side effects have implications for oral ...

AIMS Tooth whitening is a widely utilized esthetic treatment in dentistry. With increased access to over-the-counter (OTC) systems concerns have been raised as to potential adverse effects associated with overuse of whitening materials. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate enamel erosion due to different whitening regimens when used in excess of recommended guidelines. MATERIALS AND METHOD...