Fluoride varnish and silver diamine fluoride are both viable treatment options in efforts to relieve the pain of dentinal hypersensitivity, particularly among older adults.

A new addition to the biofilm management armamentarium, air polishing offers significant benefits to both patients and clinicians.

A close-up look at the predisposing factors, differential diagnosis, and therapies for dentin hypersensitivity.

Identifying common oral health problems, chronic conditions, and physical/ motor disorders is key to ensuring successful dental appointments for mature patients.

Patient discomfort caused by this common complaint can be effectively addressed with both in-office and at-home therapies.

Proper diagnosis and staying abreast of the latest treatment strategies are the basis of effectively Managing this common dental complaint.

In-office treatment of this common dental complaint can provide effective relief.

Many strategies are available to help patients prevent or manage this common complaint.

Dental hygienists can help their patients effectively address this common source of discomfort by staying abreast of the latest treatment strategies.

Research supports a variety of techniques to treat this common malady.