Bruxism can cause the posterior teeth to appear________

flattened.
yellow.
to have sharp points on the facial surface.
mottled.

flattened.

Rationale: flattened – The repeated grinding of the teeth can cause the posterior as well as anterior teeth to become flattened.

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