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Micro-dissection of Enamel Organ from Mandibular Incisor of Rats Exposed to Environmental Toxicants

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Epidemiology of dentin hypersensitivity.

Christian H Splieth¹, Aikaterini Tachou

¹Department of Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, Center for Oral Health, Ernst Moritz Arndt University Greifswald, Rotgerberstraße 8, 17487, Greifswald, Germany. splieth@uni-greifswald.de

Clinical Oral Investigations

|December 11, 2012

Summary

Dentin hypersensitivity is an understudied dental issue with a wide prevalence range, affecting about 25-30% of adults. Further research is needed to understand its causes and improve management strategies.

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Micro-dissection of Enamel Organ from Mandibular Incisor of Rats Exposed to Environmental Toxicants

Micro-dissection of Enamel Organ from Mandibular Incisor of Rats Exposed to Environmental Toxicants

Published on: March 29, 2018

Area of Science:

Dental Epidemiology
Oral Health Research

Background:

Dentin hypersensitivity (DH) epidemiology is scarce and contradictory, unlike caries.
Limited data exists on DH prevalence, distribution, and trends.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and assess the available literature on dentin hypersensitivity.
To evaluate its prevalence, distribution, and potential changes over time.

Main Methods:

Systematic literature search in electronic databases.
Consultation of bibliographies of relevant articles.

Main Results:

Prevalence rates vary widely (3-98%) due to differing study criteria and diagnostic methods.
DH affects 25-30% of adults, with higher prevalence in women and a peak age of 30-40.
Increased prevalence noted in younger adults (erosions) and older adults (periodontal disease); buccal surfaces most affected.

Conclusions:

Dentin hypersensitivity remains an epidemiologically understudied area despite management advances.
Significant prevalence variations exist, but DH is recognized by dentists and reported by patients.
Further research is crucial for understanding DH etiology and refining treatment.