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Dentin Hypersensitivity: A Review of its Etiology, Mechanism, Prevention Strategies and Recent Advancements in its Management

Imran Farooq, Saqib Ali

Citation Information : Farooq I, Ali S. Dentin Hypersensitivity: A Review of its Etiology, Mechanism, Prevention Strategies and Recent Advancements in its Management. World J Dent 2013; 4 (3):188-192.

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10015-1229

Published Online: 01-03-2015

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2013; The Author(s).


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Ali S, Farooq I. Dentin Hypersensitivity: A Review of its Etiology, Mechanism, Prevention Strategies and Recent Advancements in its Management. World J Dent 2013;4(3):188-192.


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