Tooth sensitivity
Tooth Sensitivity
Tooth sensitivity, also known as Dentin hypersensitivity (== Template:IPA ==
The Template:IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a system of phonetic notation based primarily on the Latin alphabet. It was devised by the International Phonetic Association in the late 19th century as a standardized representation of the sounds of spoken language.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of the term "IPA" is /aɪ piː eɪ/ in English.
Etymology
The term "IPA" is an acronym for the International Phonetic Alphabet. The International Phonetic Association, founded in 1886, created the IPA to provide a single, universal system for the transcription of spoken language.
Related Terms
- Phonetic notation: A system used to visually represent the sounds of speech. The IPA is one type of phonetic notation.
- Phonetics: The study of the physical sounds of human speech. It is concerned with the physical properties of speech sounds (phonemes), and the processes of their physiological production, auditory reception, and neurophysiological perception.
- Phonology: The study of the way sounds function within a particular language or languages. While phonetics concerns the physical production, acoustic transmission and perception of the sounds of speech, phonology describes the way sounds function within a particular language or languages.
- Transcription (linguistics): The systematic representation of spoken language in written form. The source of the words transcribe and transcription, the term means "to write across" in Latin, and it's the process of converting spoken language into written form. In linguistics, this is often done using the IPA.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tooth sensitivity
- Wikipedia's article - Tooth sensitivity
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မြန်မာဘာသာ,
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español,
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polski), is a common dental problem that involves discomfort or pain in teeth when encountering certain substances and temperatures.
Etymology
The term "dentin hypersensitivity" is derived from "dentin", the second layer of the tooth, and "hypersensitivity", meaning an exaggerated response to stimuli.
Definition
Tooth sensitivity is characterized by a sharp, sudden pain that shoots into the tooth's nerve endings. This is often triggered by hot, cold, sweet, or very acidic foods and drinks, or by breathing in cold air.
Causes
The most common cause of tooth sensitivity is the exposure of the dentin, often due to receding gums, tooth decay, or tooth wear. Other causes can include gum disease, a cracked tooth or filling, or the use of teeth-whitening products.
Prevention and Treatment
Prevention of tooth sensitivity can be achieved through good oral hygiene, including regular brushing with a soft-bristled toothbrush, flossing, and the use of a fluoride mouthwash. Treatment options can include desensitizing toothpaste, fluoride gels, or dental procedures such as a root canal or the application of a dental sealant.
Related Terms
- Dentin: The second layer of the tooth, which is sensitive to heat, cold, and pressure.
- Enamel: The hard, outer layer of the tooth, which protects the dentin.
- Pulp: The innermost part of the tooth, which contains the tooth's nerve endings.
- Periodontal disease: A serious gum infection that damages gums and can destroy the jawbone.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tooth sensitivity
- Wikipedia's article - Tooth sensitivity
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski