When Educating a Patient About Dentin Hypersensitivity,which of the Following

question 32

Multiple Choice

When educating a patient about dentin hypersensitivity,which of the following recommendations can a dental hygienist correctly make? (Select all that apply.)

• A) A sudden, sharp pain in areas of exposed dentin and recession may be dentin hypersensitivity.
• B) Brushing immediately after consuming acidic food minimizes exposure to exposure of teeth to acids.
• C) Saliva is one of the best protective measures to counteract the demineralizing effect of acids.
• D) Onset of dentin hypersensitivity is often related to warm temperatures.

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