Abrasion of teeth refers to the loss of the protective layer of the tooth structure the enamel due to external mechanical forces. Due to this the gingival margin recesses and the dentin is exposed so there are more chances of tooth infection.
Abrasion is caused due to bruxism, eating hard substances, brushing teeth for a long [...]
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Posted on June 30th, 2008 in II year BDS
Posted on June 30th, 2008 in Definitions
Tooth Erosion and Abrasion are terms which refer to the loss of external tooth structure(enamel), but erosion means loss of the tooth structure by means of chemical agents and abrasion due to mechanical friction of the tooth structure with any external agent.
Erosion: Tooth erosion is referred to as the loss of tooth structure due to [...]
Posted on June 01st, 2008 in Definitions
Oral Thrush or Candidiasis what is it: Oral thrush is a fungal infection, which targets the mucous membrane in the oral cavity, it is caused by the fungus ‘candida albicans’ when this bacteria infiltrates into the oral mucosal layers. It is seen in babies as well as adults.
How does one acquire Oral thrush: As we [...]
