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What Causes Tooth Sensitivity (and What You Can Do About It)

What Causes Tooth Sensitivity (and What You Can Do About It)

Jun 19, 2025 | tooth sensitivity

Tooth sensitivity (also called dentin hypersensitivity) happens when the protective layers of your teeth—like enamel or cementum—get worn down or damaged. This exposes the inner layer (called dentin), which contains microscopic tubules that lead straight to the...

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