KEERN Lexicon
Terms starting with A
3 terms
Abrasion
Tooth StructureAbrasion is the mechanical loss of tooth hard tissue caused by repeated mechanical friction, most often from toothbrushing rather than an...
Arginine
Amino AcidsArginine is a semi-essential amino acid that certain bacteria in the oral biofilm can convert into alkaline byproducts, potentially helpi...
Attrition
Tooth StructureAttrition is the loss of tooth hard tissue caused by direct tooth-to-tooth contact, distinct from erosion (chemical) and abrasion (extern...