Abrasion

Abrasion

The wearing away of tooth structure due to factors such as poor brushing, using a hard bristled tooth brush or grinding the teeth; this type of wear is not caused by chewing.

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abrasion

Automotive; Automobile

(1) Wearing or rubbing away some surface because of friction. (2) Mechanical wearing away of rocks by rubbing during movement.

abrasion

Machine tools; Bearings

The wearing away of a surface by mechanical action such as rubbing, scraping or erosion.

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Natural environment; Coral reefs

The mechanical process of gradually breaking down a hard layer.

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Construction;

a substance used for grinding, polishing, or cleaning a hard surface.

abrasion

Construction;

the process of scraping or wearing something away:

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Health care; Dentistry

Vault or arch shaped.

abrasion

Health care; Dentistry

The wearing away of tooth structure due to factors such as poor brushing, using a hard bristled tooth brush or grinding the teeth; this type of wear is not caused by chewing.

alveolar osteitis

Health care; Dentistry

Alveolar Osteitis, also known as a dry socket, is a condition that can occur after a tooth has been removed.

aphthous ulcer

Health care; Dentistry

Also known as a canker sore, is a small sore that forms inside of the mouth. Aphthous ulcers are usually white, yellow or light gray and sometimes have a small red border ...