Many factors are involved in the successful management of tooth erosion. Apart from the professional identification of the primary cause, the education and cooperation of the patient are important considerations. An increased understanding of the normal functioning of the oral environment, and the numerous factors which may adversely affect this functioning, has improved the prevention and control of tooth erosion and symptoms of xerostomia. However, in many instances the treatment may be palliative rather than curative. The activity of the erosive process during treatment and recalls should be monitored using the ‘scratch test.’ Commercial products for home care use are available, not all of which are suitable for children, such as high-dosage fluoride dentifrices, topically-applied fluorides and alcohol-containing mouthrinses. The treatment management of several patients involving the use of oral health care products is described.