My teeth are suddenly sensitive to hot and cold. What does this mean and what should I do? Answer: There are many causes of tooth sensitivity ranging from normal aging to signs of a cavity that can be ...

Whether it's a dull ache or sharp jolt, it can be hard to think of anything else when you have tooth pain. But while tooth pain relief is crucial, it's important not to brush off your symptoms if you ...

Tooth sensitivity, also known as dentin hypersensitivity, causes tooth pain in response to heat, cold, air flow, or light touch. It is a common issue, affecting about 10-30% of the population. Many ...

Dr Chun Xu from UQ’s School of Dentistry said the approach might provide more effective long-term pain relief for people with sensitive teeth, compared to current options. “Dentin tubules are located ...

In an Australian first, researchers from The University of Queensland have used nanotechnology to develop effective ways to manage tooth sensitivity. Dr Chun Xu from UQ's School of Dentistry said the ...

Sensitive teeth need tough toothpaste, but technology can also help. Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in collaboration with deep-tech startup Theranautilus have now engineered ...

Painful throbbing in your teeth and gums may be a sign that you're experiencing a toothache. Ideally, seeing your dentist for a thorough exam should be your priority. That said, there are times when ...

There’s a special type of pain when something that is just too cold hits your teeth. This pain is so visceral, medical textbooks written throughout human history have recounted tales of a “tooth worm, ...