Clinical Effectiveness of Composite Resin Bonded with Universal Adhesive for the Restoration of Non-Carious Cervical Lesions Using Air Abrasion: A Randomised Controlled Trial

ABSTRACT @#Restorative treatment is very challenging for non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs) due to functional and structural complexities. The purpose of this randomised controlled trial (RCT) was to evaluate the clinical performance of nanocomposite restorations bonded using universal adhesive in self-etch mode with and without air abrasive surface treatment for NCCLs. A total of 70 NCCLs, from a group of consenting patients who fulfilled the inclusion criteria, were recruited for the study. The study was carried out following CONSORT guidelines. Block randomisation was done for equal allocation of lesions into; Group 1 (surface treatment with alumina air abrasion) and Group 2 (control group without mechanical surface treatment). The lesions were restored with nanocomposite using a universal bonding agent in self-etch mode. The clinical performance of the restorations was evaluated by two examiners using modified United States Public Health Service (USPHS) criteria at baseline, 3 months, 6 months and 12 months. A Chi-square test was performed for inter-group comparison. Cochran’s Q test and Dunn’s post hoc analysis were used for intra-group comparison. The inter-group comparison revealed no statistically significant difference between the experimental and control group for all the parameters assessed. With the intra-group analysis, it was found that there was a significant decrease in the performance of the restorations concerning marginal staining, marginal adaptation and surface texture during the evaluation period (p < 0.05). However, all of them demonstrated clinically acceptable performance. According to the results of this RCT, it was concluded that airborne particle abrasion of NCCLs did not improve the clinical performance of nanocomposite resin bonded using universal adhesive.

An Exploratory Clinical Study to Monitor Clinical Efficacy of an Occluding Technology Dentifrice in Providing Short Term Relief from Dentinal Hypersensitivity.

OBJECTIVES: To examine dentin hypersensitivity (DH) at multiple time points over a 14-day period in participants who brushed twice daily with a 0.454% SnF2 dentifrice (Test) compared to a 0.76% sodium monofluorophosphate dentifrice with no known anti-sensitivity properties (Control). METHODS: This was a two-week, single-center, randomized, controlled, examiner-blind, two-treatment, parallel-group study in healthy participants with DH. The sensitivity of two selected test teeth and of all sensitive teeth was assessed at baseline and after one, three, seven, 10, and 14 days' treatment in response to evaporative (air) Schiff sensitivity score and visual analogue scale [VAS]) and tactile (tactile threshold) stimuli. DH was also monitored using a shortened version of the Dentin Hypersensitivity Experience Questionnaire (DHEQ) and a single "Tooth Sensitivity Question" (TSQ). RESULTS: Both groups had mean Schiff sensitivity scores that were statistically significantly improved from baseline on all days for the two test teeth and all qualifying teeth (p < 0.0001). There was a statistically significant difference between the dentifrices at Day 1 only, in favor of the Control dentifrice, for the two test teeth (0.28 [95% confidence intervals 0.03,0.53] p = 0.0282) or all qualifying teeth (0.17 [0.02,0.32] p = 0.0273). For tactile threshold, both dentifrices were statistically significantly improved from baseline from Day 3 onwards, with the Test dentifrice showing an improvement at Day 1 (p < 0.05). There were no significant statistical between-treatment differences at any time point. DHEQ questions revealed most participants experienced "sensitivity," "twinging," and "pain," with cold stimuli rated as the highest DH-eliciting. DHEQ Section 1 rating scores improved with the Test dentifrice, but not significantly statistically. DHEQ Section 2 scores statistically significantly improved with both dentifrices (p < 0.0002) with no differences between them. TSQ scores for both groups reduced over the time period. Both dentifrices were generally well-tolerated. CONCLUSIONS: In this study, use of both the Test and Control dentifrices led to DH relief with few statistically significant differences between them. The DHEQ and TSQ showed a reduction of pain during the study period, but there was still a high level of discomfort. Further research on short term relief of DH is required.

Comparison between 940 nm Laser Diode and Topical 5% Potassium Nitrate for Tooth Desensitization. Randomized Controlled Clinical trial / Comparación entre el láser diodo de 940 nm y el nitrato de potasio tópico al 5% para la desensibilización dental. Estudio clínico controlado aleatorizado

Objetivo: Comparar la efectividad de las terapias de sensibilización dental que usan láser diodo 940 nm y nitrato de potasio en pacientes con síntomas de hipersensibilidad dental (HD). Métodos: Este ensayo clínico aleatorizado incluyó 30 pacientes quienes habían recibido previamente terapia periodontal básica y presentaban recesiones gingivales clases I y II (Miller 1985) con síntomas de HD. La muestra fue asignada aleatoriamente a los dos grupos. Al primero (n=15) le fue aplicado láser 940 nm por 90 segundos en la superficie de la recesión, y se les suministró un tubo de glicerina para ser aplicado diariamente y evitar la generación de sesgos. El segundo grupo (n=15) recibió láser inactive como placebo y se le suministró un gel desensibilizante que contenía nitrato de potasio 0,5 g para aplicar dos veces al día durante 14 días. Se realizaron controles a los 15 minutos, 8 días, 15 días y 4 semanas. Los datos obtenidos se registraron en una table en Excel. Se emplearon U de Mann Whitney U y t Student para comparar los grupos (p=0,05). Resultados: Todos los pacientes del estudio mostraron reducción de la HD, diferencias que fueron estadísticamente significativas (p<0,01) entre los dos grupos intervenidos. Conclusiones: Ambos, el láser diodo y el nitrato fueron efectivos en el manejo posterior a la terapia periodontal para el manejo de la HD. Sin embargo, las diferencias fueron mayores para el grupo de terapia con láser.

Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of two dental desensitization therapies, 940nm laser diode and potassium nitrate, in patients with dental hypersensitivity (DH) symptoms. Methods: This randomized clinical trial included 30 patients who initially underwent basic periodontal therapy and presented gingival recessions Class I and II (Miller 1985) with symptoms of DH. Subjects were randomly assigned into two groups. The first group (n = 15) received laser 940 nm application for 90 seconds on the surface of the recession and were given a tube of glycerin to be applied daily in order to avoid generating bias. Patients in the second group (n = 15) were exposed to inactive laser simulating the actual application of the laser, and they were given a desensitizing gel containing 0.5 g of potassium nitrate to be applied twice daily during 14 days. Controls were carried out at 15 minutes, 8 days, 15 days, and 4 weeks. Data obtained were filled out in an Excel table. For comparison between groups the Mann Whitney U and t student tests were used (p=0.05). Results: All patients involve in the study experienced reduction in DH (p<0.01) and differences between the two interventions performed. Conclusions: Laser and nitrate therapies were effective to manage DH after basic periodontal therapy. However, a statistically significant higher sensitivity reduction was observed in laser therapy group.

Quantitative sensory testing of dentinal sensitivity in healthy humans.

OBJECTIVE: The study was to provide information on quantitative sensory testing (QST) of normal teeth to establish a sensory profile and investigate the possible gender and regional differences. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A modified QST protocol was applied on both left and right upper-jaw incisors and pre-molar sof 14 healthy men and 14 age-matched healthy women (18-25 years). Mechanical stimulus sensitivity (MSS), cold detection threshold (CDT), cold pain threshold (CPT), warm detection threshold (WDT), heat pain threshold (HPT), electrical detection threshold (EDT) and electrical pain threshold (EPT) were determined from the four teeth (labial side of incisor and buccal side of the first premolar). The QST parameters were analysed by ANOVA. RESULTS: The applied mechanical or thermal stimuli did not evoke any pain sensation. A normal tooth did not seem to be able to distinguish between the warm or cold stimuli applied. No significant differences were found between genders (p > 0.099) or teeth (p > 0.053) regarding mechanical and thermal stimuli. The EDT and EPT were significantly higher in the pre-molar compared with incisor (p < 0.002) without gender differences (p > 0.573). CONCLUSION: The established methods and results provided important information on diagnosis and treatment evaluation of dentinal hypersensitivity.

The effects of two 10% carbamide peroxide nightguard bleaching agents, with and without desensitizer, on enamel and sensitivity: an in vivo study.

OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to compare the effects of two 10% carbamide peroxide (CP) agents with or without desensitizers on tooth sensitivity, colour and enamel morphological changes. METHODS: Twenty subjects used a 10% carbamide peroxide gel with or without fluoride and potassium nitrate for 2 weeks. Sensitivity, spectrophotometric evaluation of colour and morphological analyses of replicas with scanning electron microscope (SEM) were performed before and after treatment. All data were analysed statistically. RESULTS: Both bleaching agents induced sensitivity; however, the 10% CP bleaching agent with fluoride and potassium nitrate produced significantly lower sensitivity (P < 0.05) than the bleaching product without desensitizing agents. In spectrophotometric evaluation, no difference in bleaching effectiveness was found between the tested bleaching gels, and the SEM analysis confirmed the absence of relevant alterations of the enamel surface in both groups. CONCLUSION: The use of 10% carbamide peroxide gel with fluoride and potassium nitrate reduced the incidence of sensitivity during the bleaching treatment compared to a bleaching agent that did not contain desensitizing agents. The bleaching effectiveness of the tested products was comparable.

Dentinal sensitivity among a selected group of young adults in Nigeria.

BACKGROUND: There is paucity of data on the prevalence of dentinal sensitivity outside the hospital setting and impact of dentinal sensitivity among young adults in Africa. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and impact of dentinal sensitivity among young adults in Nigeria. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among the undergraduates of University of Benin in August, 2010. Self-administered questionnaire elicited information on demography, self-reported dentinal sensitivity, the trigger factor, action taken, functional, and psychological impact. RESULTS: The prevalence of dentinal sensitivity was 211 (52.8%) among the participants and it was significantly higher in females than males (P=0.027). Participants experienced shocking sensation more on the left-side of the mouth. The most common trigger factor for the dentinal sensitivity was due to cold drink [169 (80.1%)]. Among the participants with dentinal sensitivity, majority [139 (65.9%)] have not taken any action and only 24 (11.4%) have visited the dentist because of the problem. Dentinal sensitivity exhibited psychological impact among the participants as 64 (30.3) reported unhappiness due to the shocking sensation. Eating and talking were disturbed, respectively, in 59 (28.0%) and 12 (5.7%) of the participants. CONCLUSION: The prevalence of dentinal sensitivity was high which was significantly higher in females than males. Despite the negative functional and psychological impact among the participants, only a few sought dental professional care. Screening for dentinal sensitivity at community level is required to proffer early treatment and ameliorate its impact on the populace.

Comportamiento de la sensibilidad dentinal en pacientes del municipio 10 de Octubre / Behavior of dentinal sensitivity in patients from the 10 de Octubre municipality

Se realizó un estudio descriptivo transversal con el objetivo de determinar el comportamiento de la sensibilidad dentinal en tres clínicas estomatológicas del municipio 10 de Octubre. Las variables estudiadas fueron: edad, sexo, factores predisponentes, grado del dolor, grupos de dientes examinados y tipo de retracción periodontal presente. Se encontraron 150 pacientes que presentaron 190 dientes afectados por sensibilidad dentinal. El sexo femenino fue el más representado, así como los grupos de edades más jóvenes. Se encontró que el grado 3 de dolor prevaleció y estuvo más relacionado con la recesión peridontal tipo III. La causa más frecuente de sensibilidad dentinal fue el cepillado dental(AU)

A cross-sectional and descriptive study was conducted to determine the behavior of dentinal sensitivity in patients of three Stomatology Clinics from 10 de Octubre municipality. Study variable were: age, sex, predisposing factors, pain degree, groups of examined teeth and the type of periodontal retraction present. There were 150 patients with 190 teeth involved by dentinal sensitivity. Female sex was the more affected one, as well as the younger age groups. We found that 3 degree pain prevailed and that it was more related to type III periodontal recession. The more frequent cause of dentinal sensitivity was the dental brushing(AU)

Comportamiento de la sensibilidad dentinal en pacientes del municipio 10 de Octubre / Behavior of dentinal sensitivity in patients from the 10 de Octubre municipality

Se realizó un estudio descriptivo transversal con el objetivo de determinar el comportamiento de la sensibilidad dentinal en tres clínicas estomatológicas del municipio 10 de Octubre. Las variables estudiadas fueron: edad, sexo, factores predisponentes, grado del dolor, grupos de dientes examinados y tipo de retracción periodontal presente. Se encontraron 150 pacientes que presentaron 190 dientes afectados por sensibilidad dentinal. El sexo femenino fue el más representado, así como los grupos de edades más jóvenes. Se encontró que el grado 3 de dolor prevaleció y estuvo más relacionado con la recesión peridontal tipo III. La causa más frecuente de sensibilidad dentinal fue el cepillado dental(AU)

A cross-sectional and descriptive study was conducted to determine the behavior of dentinal sensitivity in patients of three Stomatology Clinics from 10 de Octubre municipality. Study variable were: age, sex, predisposing factors, pain degree, groups of examined teeth and the type of periodontal retraction present. There were 150 patients with 190 teeth involved by dentinal sensitivity. Female sex was the more affected one, as well as the younger age groups. We found that 3 degree pain prevailed and that it was more related to type III periodontal recession. The more frequent cause of dentinal sensitivity was the dental brushing(AU)