Effect of single application of sodium fluoride gel to the hypersensitivity of teeth

ABSTRACT

Dental hypersensitivity is a worldwide problem that involves almost every body at some stage of life. Periodontal problems, attritions, abrasions, erosions of dental necks and dental treatment procedures etc. are the major causes of the dental hypersensitivity. Different modalities have been and are being used to reduce the discomfort of the patients. Nowadays a number of toothpastes are available for reduction of the problem with variable results. The problem if reduced is reduced at a slow speed with this toothpaste. A prompt relief is a genuine demand of the patient. Anything, which is simple to use, and effective immediately, is the need of day. Present study was designed to calculate the efficacy of Sodium Fluoride [NaF] gel in relieving dental hypersensitivity of different origins. 184 patients coming with a complaint of general dental hypersensitivity due to [1] Gingivitis/ Calculus [2] Periodontal Therapies [3] Abrasions and Erosions etc. were included. In this study NaF gel was applied all around, all of the teeth with the help of disposable syringe. Patients were recalled the next day, after one week, two week, and 4 week time. The relief of symptoms was assessed by the patient's verbal response. There was a prompt relief of symptoms in all of patients. 75% of the patients felt good relief [75 -100% reduction] of discomfort after 4 weeks time. 17% of patients had moderate relief [50-75% reduction] after 4 weeks while only 7% had poor relief [less than 50%]. The results were analyzed by t-test and Carl Pearson coefficient of correlation tests. Application of NaF gel might be a good single application agent for relief of dental hypersensitivity. Toothpastes may be used in conjunction with NaF gel application