Dentine hypersensitivity – is a short sharp pain that arises from exposed dentine typically in response to thermal stimuli. The aim of this review and network meta-analysis was to compare the effectiveness of different in-surgery treatments for dentine hypersensitivity. The databases Medline, Science Direct, ISI web of science, Ovid, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled [read the full story…]
Dentine hypersensitivity is a troublesome condition that results in sharp sudden burst of pain in response to thermal stimuli such as hot or cold foods, but may also arise from tactile stimuli such as use of a toothbrush. Prevalence of the condition has been reported as high as 74% in some studies. This 2011 review [read the full story…]
The November issue of the Cochrane Library sees the publication a number of new oral health related protocols. This indicates research in progress, of course, and we would not expect results to be published for some time. However, people who are investigating these topic areas may like to know that a review is under way. [read the full story…]
This systematic review looks at whether laser therapy is more effective than desensitising agents for treating dentine hypersensitivity (DH). DH is a common problem characterised by a short sharp pain which cannot be ascribed to any or dental problem. It has increased in prevalence over the last few decades with prevalence being reported as high [read the full story…]
