Restorative & Materials · single question
Smooth surface lesions from flexure of tooth structure are known as:
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Correct answer: C. Abfraction
Abfraction refers to non-carious cervical lesions caused by cyclic flexural stress from occlusal loading, creating wedge-shaped notches at the cervical margin. Erosion = chemical (acid); abrasion = external mechanical wear; attrition = tooth-to-tooth wear. All are non-carious.
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