Comparison of Desensitizing Agents Versus Laser for the Treatment of Hypersensitive Dentinal Necks- An Esem Study Dang Rajat, Reader, Dang Dipti, Dental Surgeon Address for Correspondence: Dr. Rajat Dang, Reader, Department of Prosthodontics M.M.C.D.S.R. Mullana, Ambala E-mail: drrajatdang@gmail.com
Online published on 1 May, 2012. Abstract State of Context Dentinal hypersensitivity is a common oral condition that affects as many as 57% of the patients. It has been described as the "common cold of dentistry". Cervical dentine hypersensitivity is the most frequent complaint among reported odontalgias. It is the symptom that is often encountered in the clinic, and may be caused by incorrect tooth brushing, gingival recession, inappropriate diet, and other factors. It is generally accepted that the sensation of pain is associated with patent dentinal tubules not covered by the smear layer or the calcified dentin terminating on the root surface. Aim The mechanism of action of most desensitizing agents is eitherto desensitize the nerve so that the fluid flow and resulting changes in pressure do not cause the mechanoreceptors to tire; or to block the exposed tubules sothere can be nofluid movement atall. Settings and Design Since the development of the ruby laser byMaiman in 1960, a variety of paperson potential applications for lasers in dentistry have been published. With laser technology. an additional therapeutic option is available for the treatment of dentinal pain. Lasers have been shown to fulfill the requirements of Grossman's criteria by being non irritating to the pulp. The laser, by interacting with the tissue, causes different tissue reactions, according to its active medium, wavelength and power density and to the optical properties of the target tissue. Methods and Material In the present study comparative analysis has been done of 2 commonly available desensitizing agents and use of lasers for the same purpose. Results and Conclusions The study reveals that laser is an effective and dependable method for treatment of dentinal hypersensitivity as it causes sealing of the dentinal tubules. Top Keywords laser therapy, dentin hypersensitivity, dentin pain. Top |