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Dentine hypersensitivity.

N X West1

  • 1Applied Clinical Research Group, Dental School, Bristol, UK.

Monographs in Oral Science
|May 12, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Dentine hypersensitivity, often caused by tooth erosion, leads to sharp pain via exposed dentinal tubules. Effective treatments remain challenging due to pain

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Oral Health
  • Pain Research

Background:

  • Dentine hypersensitivity is a prevalent oral condition with multifactorial causes.
  • Tooth erosion is increasingly recognized as a significant etiological factor.
  • The hydrodynamic theory explains the characteristic sharp pain associated with exposed dentinal tubules.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of dentine hypersensitivity.
  • To discuss the challenges in establishing effective treatment regimens.
  • To explore the underlying mechanisms and treatment principles for dentine hypersensitivity.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on dentine hypersensitivity.
  • Analysis of etiological factors, particularly dental erosion.
  • Examination of pain mechanisms and treatment strategies.

Main Results:

  • Dentine hypersensitivity is linked to exposed dentinal tubules and fluid movement.
  • Increased longevity and tooth wear contribute to a rising prevalence.
  • Treatment efficacy is difficult to ascertain due to subjective pain assessment.

Conclusions:

  • Effective treatment for dentine hypersensitivity remains an area requiring further research.
  • Basic treatment principles involve occluding dentinal tubules or modulating nerve response.
  • The condition is expected to become more common, necessitating improved therapeutic approaches.

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