Non‐carious cervical lesions (NCCLs) in a random sampling community population and the association ofNCCLs with occlusive wear

Abstract

This study investigated the prevalence, risk factors and association of occlusive wear with non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs) in the general Chinese population. A total of 1320 subjects were recruited, and multistage and random sampling methods of survey spots were performed. All age groups comprised similar numbers of participants and equal numbers of males and females. Each subject completed a structured interview, and all teeth of each subject were examined by a practitioner to determine NCCLs and occlusive wear. Binary logistic regression was conducted by analysing the association of risk factors with the occurrence of NCCLs. Bivariate correlation analysis was performed by determining the association of NCCLs dimension or depth with the range of occlusive wear facets. Clinical assessment showed that the overall prevalence of subjects diagnosed with NCCLs was 63%. The proportion of subjects or teeth with NCCLs significantly increased with age. Pre-molars were the most commonly affected teeth. Single variables and interactive effects of variables associated with the occurrence of NCCLs include the following: age group, intensity of toothbrushing, frequency of fresh fruit consumption and interactive effect between intensity of toothbrushing and frequency of fresh fruit consumption. A weak positive correlation of the grading index was found between NCCLs dimension, size or depth and range of occlusive wear facets. This study reported the higher prevalence of NCCLs in the general Chinese population. Implementation of a combined strategy to reduce risk factors of NCCLs could be more effective than individual techniques; meanwhile, the occurrence of NCCL could be related to the wear degree of occlusive defects in the population studied.

Prevalence, severity and explanatory factors of tooth wear in Arab populations

“…Eating or drinking acidic foods/beverages more than six times a day was associated with a 2.9 and 2.3 times increase in the likelihood of severe tooth wear in the anterior region and posterior region, respectively. Several factors could contribute to this finding, including the type of diet consumed [23][24][25][26][27], as well as, environmental factors [28] and the method of drinking, such as…”

3D-Image analysis of the impact of toothpaste abrasivity on the progression of simulated non-carious cervical lesions

“…Non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs) have long been described as highly prevalent [1][2][3][4][5] but their etiological and physiopathological mechanisms remain unclear [2,6]. In advanced stages, they result in functional and aesthetic problems, dentine hypersensitivity and often require extensive restorative work.…”

<p>The Prevalence of Tooth Wear in an Adult Population from the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia</p>

“…[6][7][8] Several global studies evaluated the prevalence and degree of tooth wear, which shed light on potential risk factors, such as sociodemographic factors and hygienic habits that contribute to the progression of the condition. [9][10][11][12] In Chengdu city, China, a study about the prevalence of tooth wear in adults showed that 63% suffered from tooth wear: age and intensity of toothbrushing were among the risk factors related to tooth wear. 9 Tooth wear of 97.9% was found in a study conducted in Chile, mainly affecting the anterior teeth, with no differences found between males and females; however, a positive correlation with age was observed.…”

“…[9][10][11][12] In Chengdu city, China, a study about the prevalence of tooth wear in adults showed that 63% suffered from tooth wear: age and intensity of toothbrushing were among the risk factors related to tooth wear. 9 Tooth wear of 97.9% was found in a study conducted in Chile, mainly affecting the anterior teeth, with no differences found between males and females; however, a positive correlation with age was observed. 10 In another study in Holland, assessing tooth wear in adults, a prevalence of 80% was observed for moderate tooth wear: greater tooth wear was observed in older individuals, especially males vs females, and in people of lower socioeconomic status (SES).…”