Filed in archive Investigational by kevin on September 5, 2005

Scientists are using nanopshere technology to cut down tooth sensitivity:

Microscopic spheres could help dentists fill tiny holes in our teeth that make them incredibly sensitive and cause severe pain for millions.

Dental hypersensitivity is a condition that arises when the inner layer of dentine in the tooth is Exposed.

Preliminary research shows creating tiny nanospheres of a ceramic material called hydroxyapatite could be a long-term fix.

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