Understanding Dentin Hypersensitivity: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment.
Dentin Hypersensitivity, also known as sensitive teeth, is a dental condition that causes short, sharp, intense bursts of pain and discomfort in response to certain stimuli such as heat, cold, touch, pressure, or acidic foods. It occurs when the top protective layers of the tooth, enamel and cementum, wear away and expose dentin. Dentin is …