Some of the typical signs of erosion include:32
It is possible that the preserved enamel band along the oral and facial gingival margin is due to plaque remnants acting as a diffusion barrier for acids, or to an acid neutralizing effect of the sulcular fluid.48 As tooth wear progresses, the incisors may appear shorter and there may be chipping along the incisal edges of the tooth.48
In children, the occlusal surfaces of the molars and the palatal surfaces of the upper incisors are the most commonly reported areas with wear.41 But as these areas are also prone to attrition, it may be difficult to distinguish whether any changes are due to erosion or other tooth wear factors.
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