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Try one of these related symptoms.
Tooth loss near the base
Wedge-shaped defect (tooth)
Abfraction
About the Symptom
A wedge-shaped tooth defect, also known as abfraction, is the loss of the hard tissue of the tooth in the cervical region where the tooth meets the gums. Abfraction is most commonly caused by pressure and stress due to grinding and clenching.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Wedge-shaped tooth defect
Possible Causes
Generally, Wedge-shaped tooth defect can be related to:
- Tuberous Sclerosis
A rare disease caused by genetic mutations that leads to non-cancerous tumors or growths in the brain and other organs. Symptoms can vary widely based on the severity and location of the tumor.
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Do you have a wedge-shaped tooth loss near the base?
Reviewed By:
Luri Lee, DMD (Dentistry)
Dr. Luri Lee graduated from Boston University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Biology. She then continued her education at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine where she graduated Summa Cum Laude and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. During her time in dental school, Dr. Lee was the recipient of the Spencer N. Frankl Scholarship for her strong academic performance and active participation in the school and community. Following dental school, Dr. Lee stayed at Boston University to complete a one year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program. In 2020 Dr. Lee was recognized among the “10 Under Ten” by the Massachusetts Dental Society for her contributions to the dental community and her volunteer work in Panama. Dr. Lee is licensed to practice in Massachusetts and is a member of the American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society and Academy of General Dentistry.
Yoshinori Abe, MD (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Abe graduated from The University of Tokyo School of Medicine in 2015. He completed his residency at the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Longevity Medical Center. He co-founded Ubie, Inc. in May 2017, where he currently serves as CEO & product owner at Ubie. Since December 2019, he has been a member of the Special Committee for Activation of Research in Emergency AI of the Japanese Association for Acute Medicine. | | Dr. Abe has been elected in the 2020 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Healthcare & Science category.
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