Ever wondered what keeps your body’s fluids in check or how water filters work? It all comes down to pressure, but not just one kind. We’re talking about hydrostatic pressure and osmotic pressure.

We explore the multifactorial causes of dentin hypersensitivity, from toothwear and enamel loss to the limits of the hydrodynamic mechanism.

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Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent degenerative joint disease lacking curative treatments. While moderate physical activity such as swimming has been demonstrated to decelerate disease ...