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Immediate Desensitization in Teeth Affected by Amelogenesis Imperfecta
Rudá França Moreira1, Rossana Gomes Figueiredo1, Henrique Eduardo Oliveira2
1UERJ - Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, - Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro RJ , Brazil.
Abstract:
The aim of this paper was to describe a clinical case of immediate dental desensitization using a self-etch adhesive system in an adolescent patient diagnosed with amelogenesis imperfecta (AI). AI was associated with severe tooth sensitivity, treated by the application of a universal adhesive system for desensitization of the teeth affected by AI. Reduction of tooth sensitivity was assessed using a visual analog scale during all reevaluations. The technique was effective for reducing tooth sensitivity. It was concluded that the adhesive system for tooth desensitization had an immediate effect and maintained its effectiveness during a 12-month follow-up period.
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