Treatment Options For Dentin Hypersensitivity
In office
1] GIC
2]Modified Ionomer that releases Fluoride, Calcium ,Phosphate
3]Extended Contact Varnish [Vanish XT]
4]Light cure act a physical barrier.
5]Surgery-Connective tissue graft if DHS is because of recession alone [without bone loss]
Over the counter
1] Tooth paste or mouth rinses contains:
a] Strontium salts and fluoride-occlude dentinal tubules.
b] Formaldehyde-destroys vital element within tubules.
c] Potassium salts- Potassium nitrate, potassium chloride, Potassium citrate treats DHS by diffusing along dentinal tubules and decrease the excitability of interdental nerves by altering their membrane potential.
note: these mouthrinses additves must be able to perform in such a manner that they overcome hydrostatic pressure.
Advice patient:
1] How to brush-demonstrate the right brushing technique.
2] Use mouthrinse after the consumption of acidic food and juices but after 5-10 minutes.
