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Dentinal hypersensitivity: a review.

Patricia A Walters1

  • 1Procter & Gamble Health Care Research Center, Cincinnati, OH, USA.

The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice
|May 26, 2005
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Dentinal hypersensitivity causes sharp tooth pain due to stimuli. Desensitizing toothpastes with potassium nitrate or stannous fluoride offer an inexpensive, effective first-line treatment for this common condition.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Oral Health
  • Dental Therapeutics

Background:

  • Dentinal hypersensitivity is characterized by sharp, sudden tooth pain triggered by various stimuli.
  • It commonly affects facial tooth surfaces near the cervical aspect, particularly premolars and canines.
  • Brannstrom's hydrodynamic theory, involving fluid movement in dentinal tubules, is the leading explanation for the pain mechanism.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment of dentinal hypersensitivity.
  • To highlight effective home care strategies, focusing on desensitizing dentifrices.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on dentinal hypersensitivity.
  • Analysis of diagnostic techniques used by dental professionals.
  • Evaluation of treatment modalities, including non-invasive options.

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Main Results:

  • Dentinal hypersensitivity is a prevalent condition with variable patient responses.
  • Diagnosis involves differentiating it from other causes of tooth sensitivity.
  • Inexpensive desensitizing toothpastes containing potassium nitrate and/or stannous fluoride are effective first-line treatments.

Conclusions:

  • Desensitizing dentifrices represent a cost-effective and efficient initial approach for managing dentinal hypersensitivity.
  • Proper diagnosis by dental professionals is crucial for effective treatment planning.
  • Home care, particularly the use of specialized toothpastes, plays a vital role in managing this condition.