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...habits can make a difference in minimizing tooth wear and thus the resulting dentinal hypersensitivity. Dentinal hypersensitivity is a common patient complaint and should be addressed at the dental appointment....

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...made in the mouth using composite and can stain more easily than indirect veneers. Ceramics are composed of compounds containing metal in addition to nonmetal compounds, which yield stable substances...

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...taste of a particular food Dysphagia: inability to or difficulty in swallowing Glossodynia: pain in the tongue Glossopyrosis: a burning sensation of the tongue Neuropathy: disorders of the nerves of...