Evaluating the efficacy of desensitizing dentifrices on dentinal hypersensitivity management: A scanning electron microscopic analysis.

Introduction: Dentin hypersensitivity (DH) adversely affects quality of life by impairing the ability to eat and drink certain foods, therefore, should be addressed promptly with a contingency plan that includes initial treatment with a noninvasive prophylactic home care approach, followed by in-office treatment if desired result is not achieved.

Aim: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of four different pastes containing 5% NovaMin (Sensodyne Repair and Protect), Propolis (Phytoshield Propolis), 5% potassium nitrate (Sensodyne), and 8% arginine (Colgate Sensitive Pro Relief) based toothpastes in the treatment of DH.

Materials And Methods: One hundred dentin slices were cut from the crown section of molars.

Auxiliary Aids to Alleviate Pain and Anxiety during Local Anesthesia Administration: A Comparative Study.

Introduction: In dentistry, pain and anxiety have been the most challenging aspect in the management of a pediatric patient. When every effort to perform local anesthesia (LA) is not successful, the result would be more stressful for both the dentist and the patient. The so-called clichéd paradigm that "pain and dentistry are inseparable" can be resolved by updating the knowledge and skills of the practitioner by using the more advanced techniques in controlling and managing the pain.