Background: Mylolysis is the loss of enamel and dentin
at the cervical region of the tooth due to wear. It represents a challenging
cervical lesion to treat.
Case Presentation: We report the clinical case of a
67-year-old man with type 2 diabetes mellitus who presented with bilateral
bimaxillary mylolysis. Management required the extraction of tooth 3.6, bimaxillary
scaling and root planing, and twenty-eight restorative treatments using hybrid
composite resin.
Conclusion: Clinicians should keep this wear lesion in
mind and take all necessary precautions during the different phases of dental
treatment.
Pratical Implications: Clinicians should consider
preoperative assessment, glycemic control, surgical precautions, and
postoperative follow-up were essential elements to guarantee therapeutic
success.