ArticleJournal of International Society of Preventive & Community Dentistry
Comparative Evaluation of Efficacy of Diode Laser and Clinpro XT Varnish for Treatment of Dentin Hypersensitivity: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
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- Shear bond strength after using sealant before bonding: a systematic review and meta-analysis of in vitro studies.Clinical oral investigations · 2022Pooled it
- The effect of lasers in occlusion of dentinal tubules and reducing dentinal hypersensitivity, a scoping review.BMC oral health · 2024Article
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6 authors at 4 institutions in 2 countries.
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Abstract
contextDentin hypersensitivity (DH) is a very common dilemma and often results in temporary relief by the conventional treatment method. An
aimThe aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of diode laser (DL) and Clinpro XT Varnish for managing DH. MATERIALS AND
methodsThis study was a randomized, single-blinded, clinical trial, designed, adhering to the CONSORT (Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials) Guidelines using DL and fluoride-based varnish for managing DH. A total of 40 teeth were selected from eight patients and randomly divided into two groups. All patients received tactile and air syringe stimulus to assess for DH and a visual analog scale (VAS) was used to obtain readings at baseline, 15min, 1 week, and 3 weeks, posttreatment. Student's
resultsThis study showed that the effect of DL and Clinpro XT Varnish results in a significant decrease of DH. However, success decreased gradually over time.
conclusionClinpro XT Varnish presented superior immediate effect and DL effect tends to become better with time. Hence, both had good results in the end.
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