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Dentinal Hypersensitivity: A Review

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Course Author(s): Patricia A. Walters, RDH, MSDH, MSOB
CE Credits: 1 Hour(s)
Intended Audience: Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assistant Students
Date Course Online: 18/10/2005
Last Revision Date: 27/06/2018
Course Expiration Date: 26/06/2021
Cost: Free
Method: Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s): 730
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Introduction

Dentinal hypersensitivity is a common dental problem that is frequently encountered yet it is often under-reported by patients, or misdiagnosed by clinicians. This course will address the etiology, prevalence and diagnosis of dentinal hypersensitivity as well as review clinical evidence behind common treatments.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • The author is a retired employee of P&G and does consulting work for P&G.

Disclaimer: Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.

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Disclaimer: Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.

Note: Registration is required to take test.

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For accurate submissions into the Florida CE Broker system, dentists needs to have a DN in front of their license number and hygienists need to have a DH in front of their license number. The Florida CE Broker System does not accept "0's" in front of the license number.

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In order for your "proof of completion" information to be automatically submitted to Louisiana CE Broker, add your Louisiana License number in the field provided on the "Share Your Test Score" page. If you are licensed in multiple states, please enter just your Louisiana License number. Allow at least 30 days for your credit transfer to appear in your account.

For accurate submissions into the Louisiana CE Broker system, dentists needs to have a D in front of their license number and hygienists need to have an H in front of their license number. The Louisiana CE Broker System does not accept "0's" in front of the license number.

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