located in the dentin, one of the layers below the enamel surface of your teeth. When tooth enamel has been worn down, and the dentin is exposed, eating or drinking something cold or hot can cause a sudden sharp flash of pain. The nanomaterials used in this preclinical study can rapidly block the exposed dentin tubules and prevent the unpleasant pain”.
Dr Xu also listed the benefits of the new technology. He said, “Our approach acts faster and lasts longer than current treatment options. The materials could be developed into a paste, so people who have sensitive teeth could simply apply this paste to the tooth and massage for one to three minutes. The next step is clinical trials.”
Around 74% of the population are affected by tooth sensitivity, which causes harm to the quality of life and necessitates costly treatment.Additionally, the team comprised experts from the University of Queensland’s Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN).
Dr Xu expressed hopes about the research and listed the benefits of its applications in the dental field. He said, “If clinical trials are successful people will benefit from this new method that can be used at home, without the need to go to a dentist in the near future”. He added, “We hope this study encourages more research using nanotechnology to address dental problems.”
