Abstract
The anatomical and physiological characteristics of the pulpal and dentinal sensitive system are described. Some different theories about the transmission of the dentinal sensitivity are also explained. Finally, the different desensitizing agents, their main characteristics and mechanisms of action are analyzed.
Translated title of the contribution | Dentinal hypersensitivity: the etiopathogenetic mechanisms and treatment. The current state of knowledge |
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Original language | Italian |
Pages (from-to) | 233-239 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Minerva Stomatologica |
Volume | 39 |
Issue number | 3 |
Publication status | Published - Mar 1990 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)