
Dentinal Hypersensitivity
Dentinal Hypersensitivity is a chronic condition with acute episodes. When dentine is exposed, which usually happens due to gingival recession & enamel damage (erosion, abrasion, attrition, and abfraction), external triggers (such as a cold drink) can stimulate the nerves inside the tooth, causing the characteristic short, sharp sensation of tooth sensitivity.1
The most common trigger for realizing sensitivity is cold.
1. Dababneh RH, Khouri AT, Addy M. Dentine hypersensitivity an enigma? A review of terminology, mechanisms, aetiology and management. Br Dent J.1999;187:606–611
What is Calcium Sodium Phosphosilicate?
CSPS is a particulate, bioactive glass material that degrades in the aqueous oral environment to release calcium and phosphate ions, leading to formation of Hydroxycarbonate Apatite on the dentine surface. This process creates a physical barrier that mitigates the impact of external stimuli on fluid movement within dentinal tubules.1
1. S. Schlafer et al. Journal of Dentistry 91S (2019) 100003.
Why Vantej?
- CSPS as the major ingredient
- Extra foaming & Mint flavor
- Extensively studied molecule
1. Xiong Zheng-hui, et al. Occluding eects of three new calcium desensitizers on dentinal tubules in vitro. Zhongua Kou Qiang Yi Xue Za Zhi. 2011 Apr;46(4):214-7.
Where to Use?
In Dentinal Hypersensitivity
- Dentinal Hypersensitivity is a chronic condition with an acute episodes, usually stimulated by external triggers – mainly a cold beverage.1
- Drinking or eating something cold/freezing is the most common sensation to realize Dentinal Hypersensitivity.2,3
1. Dababneh RH, Khouri AT, Addy M. Dentine hypersensitivity — an enigma? A review of terminology, mechanisms, aetiology and management. Br Dent J.1999;187:606–611.
2. Hydrodynamic Theory Kramer IRH. The relationship between dentine sensitivity and movements in the contents of dentinal tubules. Br Dent J. 1955;98:391–392.
3. Brännström M. The elicitation of pain in human dentine and pulp by chemical stimuli. Arch Oral Biol. 1962;7:59–62
How to Use?
- Squeeze some toothpaste about half the length of the bristle head and brush for 1-2 minutes using a gentle, vertical sweeping motion away from gums.
- Spit out the paste and rinse with water, do not swallow.
- Avoid eating or drinking anything within half an hour of brushing.
- Brush twice daily for best results.
Continued long-term release of Ca and P to build enamel layer
- Vantej, when comes into contact with saliva, water releases particles of calcium and phosphorus ions, protected by the glass particles.
- Saliva gets saturated with the ions needed for remineralization.1
- Demineralized lesions attract Ca & P ions.1
- Building new hydroxy appetite crystals to remineralise the defect from roots to the top.
1. Anora B, et al. NovaMin and Dentin Hypersensitivity – In Vitro Evidence of Ecacy. J Clin Dent 2010
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The above study demonstrated that the use of 8.25% NaOCl increased the postoperative pain compared to 2.5% NaOCl. In addition, the incidence of pain was significantly higher in the 8.25% NaOCl group than in the 2.5% NaOCl group over the span of twelve hours to three days.
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A recent randomized clinical study has revealed that ozone gas treatment provides more sustained relief from dentin hypersensitivity (DHS) than diode laser therapy.
The study involved 44 patients with moderate DHS, encompassing 132 teeth, which were randomized into three groups using a split-mouth design:
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- diode laser treatment
- placebo group receiving no therapy
In the ozone gas group, a high dose of ozone (32 g/m³) was applied for 30 seconds using a silicone cup. The diode laser group received irradiation of the exposed dentin with an 808-nm wavelength laser at incremental power levels ranging from 0.2 to 0.6 W, with 20-second intervals.
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According to a recent study, the application of 8.25% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) during endodontic treatment resulted in significantly more postoperative pain than 2.5% NaOCl, with pain scores increasing by 3.48 times. Additionally, pain was reported to be much more prevalent in the 8.25% NaOCl group than in the 2.5% NaOCl group during the period of twelve hours to three days. This study's outcomes were reported in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
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The use of 8.25% NaOCl led to a significant elevation in postoperative pain scores, which were 3.48 times more than those seen with 2.5% NaOCl (incident rate ratio, 3.48; 95% confidence interval, 1.57 to 7.67). Additionally, the group treated with 8.25% NaOCl experienced greater pain incidence compared to the 2.5% NaOCl group during the twelve hours to three-day period, with pain scores ranging from 2.21 (IRR, 2.21; 95% confidence interval, 1.35 to 3.62) to 10.74 (IRR, 10.74; 95% confidence interval, 3.74 to 30.87) higher. The number of analgesic capsules used was similar across both groups.
The above study demonstrated that the use of 8.25% NaOCl increased the postoperative pain compared to 2.5% NaOCl. In addition, the incidence of pain was significantly higher in the 8.25% NaOCl group than in the 2.5% NaOCl group over the span of twelve hours to three days.
Pain following endodontic procedures using 8.25% sodium hypochlorite vs. 2.5% sodium hypochlorite in necrotic mandibular molars with apical periodontitis
Pain following endodontic procedures using 8.25% sodium hypochlorite vs. 2.5% sodium hypochlorite in necrotic mandibular molars with apical periodontitis
According to a recent study, the application of 8.25% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) during endodontic treatment resulted in significantly more postoperative pain than 2.5% NaOCl, with pain scores increasing by 3.48 times. Additionally, pain was reported to be much more prevalent in the 8.25% NaOCl group than in the 2.5% NaOCl group during the period of twelve hours to three days. This study's outcomes were reported in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
A group of 154 patients was randomly assigned to two different concentrations of NaOCl: 8.25% and 2.5%. Postoperative pain was assessed at different intervals throughout a thirty day period using a numeric rating scale. The overall pain scores were examined over time using multilevel mixed-effects negative binomial regression. The need for pain relief medication was recorded and analyzed between the two groups using the Mann-Whitney U test.
The use of 8.25% NaOCl led to a significant elevation in postoperative pain scores, which were 3.48 times more than those seen with 2.5% NaOCl (incident rate ratio, 3.48; 95% confidence interval, 1.57 to 7.67). Additionally, the group treated with 8.25% NaOCl experienced greater pain incidence compared to the 2.5% NaOCl group during the twelve hours to three-day period, with pain scores ranging from 2.21 (IRR, 2.21; 95% confidence interval, 1.35 to 3.62) to 10.74 (IRR, 10.74; 95% confidence interval, 3.74 to 30.87) higher. The number of analgesic capsules used was similar across both groups.
The above study demonstrated that the use of 8.25% NaOCl increased the postoperative pain compared to 2.5% NaOCl. In addition, the incidence of pain was significantly higher in the 8.25% NaOCl group than in the 2.5% NaOCl group over the span of twelve hours to three days.
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