Dentinal Hypersensitivity
Conditions
Brief summary
This study evaluates the effectiveness of laser therapy versus desensitizing agents in reducing pain among participants with dentinal hypersensitivity conducted in Saidu College of Dentistry. Pain will be measured at baseline, immediately post-treatment, one week, and three months using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Detailed description
This study examines dentinal hypersensitivity treatment modalities, including laser therapy and desensitizing agents. The study is conducted in compliance with regional ethical guidelines
Interventions
DRUGGlutaraldehyde-Based Desensetizing Agent
A glutaraldehyde-based desensitizing agent applied to the cervical area of affected teeth using a micro-brush, left undisturbed for 30 seconds, and air-dried. Both interventions aim to reduce pain associated with dentinal hypersensitivity by either occluding dentinal tubules or reducing nerve excitability
DEVICELow Level Laser Therapy
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) using a diode laser set to a low power level (e.g., 100 mW, continuous wave mode). Each affected tooth will be treated for three minutes, targeting apical, cervical, and middle points
Sponsors
Kemia Gul
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 50 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Participants aged 18-50 years with a preoperative VAS score of ≥2 for dentinal hypersensitivity. * Participants with sensitivity due to gingival recession, cervical abrasion, or enamel erosion. * Participants with good systemic health. * Minimum of two hypersensitive teeth present in two different quadrants.
Exclusion criteria
* Teeth with caries, defective restorations, or cervical defects \> 2 mm (may affect sensitivity measurements). * Periodontal surgery or deep periodontal pockets (\> 6 mm) within the past three months (potential influence on periodontal health and sensitivity). * Participants using desensitizing toothpaste within the past three months (could interfere with study outcomes). * Presence of gross oral pathology or systemic diseases (e.g., eating disorders, chronic diseases, uncontrolled metabolic conditions) (may alter oral health status). * Pregnant or lactating women (hormonal changes can influence oral health).
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Change in pain intensity: Visual Analog Scale | Immediately post-treatment, one week, and three months | After intervention there is a possibility of change in pain intensity in Dentinal Hypersensitivity |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
Primary ContactBrekhna Yousafzai
Backup ContactKemia Gul
Outcome results
None listed