Abstract
Objective
Due to an increased focus on erosive tooth wear (ETW), the European Federation of Conservative Dentistry (EFCD) considered ETW as a relevant topic for generating this consensus report.
Materials and methods
This report is based on a compilation of the scientific literature, an expert conference, and the approval by the General Assembly of EFCD.
Results
ETW is a chemical-mechanical process resulting in a cumulative loss of hard dental tissue not caused by bacteria, and it is characterized by loss of the natural surface morphology and contour of the teeth. A suitable index for classification of ETW is the basic erosive wear examination (BEWE). Regarding the etiology, patient-related factors include the pre-disposition to erosion, reflux, vomiting, drinking and eating habits, as well as medications and dietary supplements. Nutritional factors relate to the composition of foods and beverages, e.g., with low pH and high buffer capacity (major risk factors), and calcium concentration (major protective factor). Occupational factors are exposition of workers to acidic liquids or vapors. Preventive management of ETW aims at reducing or stopping the progression of the lesions. Restorative management aims at reducing symptoms of pain and dentine hypersensitivity, or to restore esthetic and function, but it should only be used in conjunction with preventive strategies.
Conclusions
Effective management of ETW includes screening for early signs of ETW and evaluating all etiological factors.
Clinical Relevance
ETW is a clinical condition, which calls for the increased attention of the dental community and is a challenge for the cooperation with other medical specialities.
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GERD = GORD
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The consensus conference was funded by EFCD and the Department of Preventive, Restorative, and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Bern, Switzerland.
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Carvalho, T.S., Colon, P., Ganss, C. et al. Consensus report of the European Federation of Conservative Dentistry: erosive tooth wear—diagnosis and management. Clin Oral Invest 19, 1557–1561 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00784-015-1511-7
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