Health Condition 1: K030- Excessive attrition of teeth
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: 10% Potassium Nitrate: Evaluation of Desensitizing effects of 10% Potassium Nitrate. Application of this agent on hypersensitive teeth using applicator tip at weekly intervals for 4 wee
Sponsors
Sri Hasanamba Dental College
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. History of hypersensitivity 2. No other treatments received for hypersensitivity, at least 2 months prior to this trial. 3. Clinical evaluation of exposed occlusal dentine bilaterally I,e., attrition. 4. Patients with 35-70 years age groups. 5. Home care oral hygiene instructions standardized.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Caries or restoration in relation to hypersensitive teeth. 2. Enamel cracks or pulpitis. 3. Cervical abrasions and erosions. 4. History of periodontal surgeries within past 6 months. 5. Using desensitizing tooth paste.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Reduction in clinical signs and symptoms of dentine hypersensitivity.Timepoint: Weekly intervals i.e, 1st week, 2nd week, 3rd week, 4th week and 5th week. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Compare desensitising effects of 10% potassium nitrate and Gluma® primer in treating dentinal hypersensitivity.Timepoint: 5 weeks | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr V S VISHNU
Sri Hasanamba Dental College and Hospital
Outcome results
None listed