Dr Chun Xu from UQ’s School of Dentistry spoke to 7 News about using nanotechnology to provide more effective long-term pain relief for people with sensitive teeth.
70 per cent of Australians experience tooth sensitivity.
A respected American Journal, has published a breakthrough from dentists at The University of Queensland.
"Where you can simply apply a paste to your teeth and massage for one to three minutes, and then that's it. You can do it at home," Dr Xu said.
"This material is really safe. It has been approved by the FDA and TGA."