There Are Several Ways Clients May Lose Tooth Structure

question 6

Multiple Choice

There are several ways clients may lose tooth structure. Which of the following describes the term abfraction?

• A) Loss due to chemical agents from acid reflux disease
• B) Loss as a result of tooth-to-tooth wear through bruxism
• C) Loss caused by a foreign substance such as traumatic toothbrushing
• D) Loss as a result of cervical stress at the cementoenamel junction

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Definitions:

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