Journal of Dentistry
Volume 34, Issue 5 , Pages 336-342 , May 2006

Toothbrush abrasion, simulated tongue friction and attrition of eroded bovine enamel in vitro

Received 29 April 2005 ,Revised 20 July 2005 ,Accepted 28 July 2005.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jdent.2005.07.010

Journal of Dentistry
Volume 34, Issue 5 , Pages 336-342 , May 2006

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