Health Condition 1: K038- Other specified diseases of hard tissues of teeth
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: 1064nm Diode LASER: LASER intervention with 1064nm is done on to the teeth with dentinal hypersensitivity for 30 sec. VAS score is recorded pre and 1 and 2 months post LASER exposure.
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Sponsors
Dr Akshatha Raj
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Teeth with dentinal hypersensitivity 2. Selected teeth without calculus and plaque 3. Undergo a scaling procedure before the study (if necessary) 4. Exhibit sensitivity to the cold test
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1.Pregnant women 2.Active Periodontal disease 3.Crown fractures 4.Cracks 5.Caries or restorations 6.Existing trauma from occlusion 7.Occlusal interferences 8.Patients having taken analgesics during the 72 hours period before LASER therapy 9.Patients having used desensitizing toothpastes during the 3-month period
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Changes in VAS scoreTimepoint: 1. Pain and discomfort during treatment at baseline 1 week 1 month and 2 months post treatment 2. Overall satisfaction of the patient at 2 months post treatment | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Adverse effect of both the wavelength of LASERSTimepoint: 1.Documenting any side effects such as tooth discoloration or surface cracking baseline, 1 week,1 month & 2 months post treatment | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Akshatha Raj
Faulty of Dental Sciences M S Ramaiah Uiversity of Applied Sciences
Outcome results
None listed