Accessibility Call 905-571-2443
Accessibility
Oshawa Centre Dental Office
Creating Healthy, Beautiful Smiles
Appointment Request
Contact Us

ABRASION

Mar 25 • 1 minute read

DENTAL TERM OF THE WEEK
 
ABRASION
Loss of tooth structure caused by a hard toothbrush, poor brushing technique, or Bruxism (grinding or clenching the teeth).
 
This can lead to gum disease.
If this is the case, your dentist will refer you to a Periodontist. 
 
If the cause of abrasion is teeth grinding. Your dentist will most likely recommend a mouth guard. Since most teeth grinding occurs when you are sleeping. A professionally fitted mouthguard is an easy fix to this problem. 
 
To avoid tooth abrasion caused by improper brushing:
- Use a soft-bristled toothbrush.
-Don't brush your teeth aggressively 
-Choose a toothpaste that helps strengthen enamel
 
Practice good oral hygiene and see your dental professional regularly!

Recent Articles

Stress and Your Oral Health

Stress and Your Oral Health We know that stress can wreak havoc on our bodies. However, it can also ...

Toni • Dec 16 • 3 min read

Paleo Diet & Oral Health

Paleo Diet & Oral Health Many diets are trending right now however, one diet that seems to be ga ...

Toni • Dec 11 • 1 min read

Dental Sealants Oshawa Centre Dental Office

Dental Sealants Oshawa Centre Dental Office Dental sealants are thin coatings applied to the teeth t ...

Toni • Dec 10 • 1 min read

Connect With Us

Ready to come in for an appointment?
Contact us today!

Contact Us