Abfraction is the loss of tooth structure where the tooth and gum come together. The damage is wedge-shaped or V-shaped and is unrelated to cavities, bacteria, or infection. Continue reading to learn ...

This places abfraction alongside other dental issues, such as impacted wisdom teeth and misaligned teeth, which are rare in wild primates but common in humans today. Together, these insights are ...

For decades, small grooves on ancient human teeth were thought to be evidence of deliberate tool use – people cleaning their teeth with sticks or fibres, or easing gum pain with makeshift “toothpicks” ...

Abfraction lesions are small cracks or notches in your teeth caused by the natural flexing of teeth over time. Each time you clench your teeth, chew or bite down on something, pressure is put on your ...

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Dr Gautam Sharma, Consultant Dentistry, University of Jammu and former president, Indian Dental Association (IDA), delivered ...

Ian Towle receives funding from the Australian Research Council (ARC DP240101081). Luca Fiorenza receives funding from the Australian Research Council (ARC DP240101081). For decades, small grooves on ...