Immediate Desensitization in Teeth Affected by Amelogenesis Imperfecta

Abstract The aim of this paper was to describe a clinical case of immediate dental desensitization using a self-etch adhesive system in an adolescent patient diagnosed with amelogenesis imperfecta (AI). AI was associated with severe tooth sensitivity, treated by the application of a universal adhesive system for desensitization of the teeth affected by AI. Reduction of tooth sensitivity was assessed using a visual analog scale during all reevaluations. The technique was effective for reducing tooth sensitivity. It was concluded that the adhesive system for tooth desensitization had an immediate effect and maintained its effectiveness during a 12-month follow-up period.

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Main Authors: Moreira,Rudá França, Figueiredo,Rossana Gomes, Oliveira,Henrique Eduardo, Fonseca,Ana Christina Lamosa da, Miranda,Mauro Sayão de
Format: Digital revista
Language:English
Published: Fundação Odontológica de Ribeirão Preto 2016
Online Access:http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0103-64402016000300359
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Summary:Abstract The aim of this paper was to describe a clinical case of immediate dental desensitization using a self-etch adhesive system in an adolescent patient diagnosed with amelogenesis imperfecta (AI). AI was associated with severe tooth sensitivity, treated by the application of a universal adhesive system for desensitization of the teeth affected by AI. Reduction of tooth sensitivity was assessed using a visual analog scale during all reevaluations. The technique was effective for reducing tooth sensitivity. It was concluded that the adhesive system for tooth desensitization had an immediate effect and maintained its effectiveness during a 12-month follow-up period.