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Gastroesophageal reflux disease, tooth erosion, and prosthodontic rehabilitation: A clinical report
Author(s) -
Roekel Ned B.
Publication year - 2003
Publication title -
journal of prosthodontics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.902
H-Index - 60
eISSN - 1532-849X
pISSN - 1059-941X
DOI - 10.1016/s1059-941x(03)00104-9
Subject(s) - gerd , etiology , medicine , reflux , disease , rehabilitation , esophagus , tooth erosion , presentation (obstetrics) , dentistry , gastroenterology , physical therapy , surgery , enamel paint
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a relatively common gastrointestinal disorder in the United States. The reflux of acid adversely affects the mucosal lining of the esophagus and is responsible for dental erosion. This article briefly reviews the etiology, risk factors, and medical management of GERD. The patient presentation describes the rehabilitation of a young adult with GERD who needed multidisciplinary care.