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This Concept Map, created with IHMC CmapTools, has information related to: 589_tooth sensitivity, Hypersensitivity relieved? Yes Continue dental regimen if dentist concurs., Patient with intermittent tooth pain related to hot, cold & pressure stimuli Obtain dental history. Determine if patient's oral hygiene is adequate., Hypersensitivity resolved? Yes Continue regimen of regular- strength fluoride toothpaste + less vigorous/frequent brushing if dentist concurs., Hypersensitivity resolved? No Dental referral, Exclusions for self-treatment? No Hypersensitivity limited to teeth near receding gumline?, Obtain dental history. Determine if patient's oral hygiene is adequate. Diagnosed tooth hypersensitivity?, Diagnosed tooth hypersensitivity? No Dental referral, Diagnosed tooth hypersensitivity? Yes Exclusions for self-treatment?, Hypersensitivity relieved? No 2x/day use of desensitization toothpaste with soft-bristled toothbrush. Follow up in 14 days, Hypersensitivity limited to teeth near receding gumline? Yes Dental referral for instruction in proper oral hygiene, 2x/day use of desensitization toothpaste with soft-bristled toothbrush. Follow up in 14 days Hypersensitivity resolved?, Exclusions for self-treatment? Yes Dental referral, Hypersensitivity limited to teeth near receding gumline? No Use of soft-bristled toothbrush & standard toothpaste with fluoride. Follow up in 7 days., Use of soft-bristled toothbrush & standard toothpaste with fluoride. Follow up in 7 days. Hypersensitivity relieved?