noun
attrition; occlusal wear
Dental term for tooth wear caused by tooth-to-tooth contact, such as from grinding or normal occlusion. Often used in clinical contexts.
See also: 咬耗
咬耗症は、歯ぎしりが原因で進行することがあります。
Attrition can progress due to teeth grinding.
加齢による咬耗症は、歯の高さを減少させます。
Age-related occlusal wear reduces tooth height.