Etiology The primary clinical cause is exposed dentinal tubules
Etiology The primary clinical cause is exposed dentinal tubules
Two phases of development of dentin hypersensitity First, dentin has to be exposed lesion localization I The dentinal tubules must be opened -lesion initiation
Two phases of development of dentin hypersensitity First, dentin has to be exposed. —lesion localization The dentinal tubules must be opened —lesion initiation
The most common clinical cause for exposed dentinal tubules is gingival recession
The most common clinical cause for exposed dentinal tubules is gingival recession
Common reasons for Gingival recession 1. Inadequate attached gingiva 2. Prominent roots 3. Tooth brush abrasion 4. Pocket reduction periodontal surgery 5. Oral habits resulting in gingival laceration 6. Excessive tooth cleaning 7. Excessive flossing 8. others
Common Reasons for Gingival Recession 1. Inadequate attached gingiva 2. Prominent roots 3. Tooth brush abrasion 4. Pocket reduction periodontal surgery 5. Oral habits resulting in gingival laceration 6. Excessive tooth cleaning 7. Excessive flossing 8. others