Abstract
Abstract: Background: Occlusal wear, the gradual loss of tooth structure during mastication, is a significant concern in dental health. This observational study aimed to investigate the association between dietary habits, oral hygiene practices, and occlusal wear patterns and severity among middle-aged adults. Methods: A diverse cohort of 50 participants aged 30 to 70 years was included in the study. Data on gender, dietary patterns (vegetarian/non-vegetarian and hard/soft diet), brushing duration, and occlusal wear assessment were collected through structured questionnaires and intra-oral examinations using the Smith and Knight Tooth wear index [1984]. Chi-square tests were applied for statistical analysis.
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