The problem of cervical defects is a repeatedly discussed issue. Nowadays, thanks to the dental materials excessive development, the problem of cervical defects once again, has become the center of dentist’ interest. The presented article summarizes the historical and current opinion views of cervical defects etiology, as well as their treatment opportunities. It’s no more a secret, that successful treatment of cervical defects requires the elimination of the causing agent, without which the failure of any cervical restoration becomes unavoidable.

        Key words: cervical defects, lesions of a carietic origin, lesions of a non-carietic origin, lateral forces, malocclusion, abnormal tongue activity