Description

Deeban et al reported a simple grading classification for tooth surface loss (TSL). The authors are from the University of Sheffield, Majmaah University, and Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences.


The examination is conducted on the upper and lower dental arches.

 

The distribution of surface loss is described as localised or generalized.

 

Percent Tooth Surface Loss

Severity

Grade

0%

none

0

1 to 25%

mild

1

26 to 50%

moderate

2

> 50%

severe

3

 


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