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J Dent Res Dent Clin Dent Prospects. 2021;15(1): 42-46.
doi: 10.34172/joddd.2021.008
PMID: 33927840
PMCID: PMC8058161
Scopus ID: 85118419498
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Clinical Dentistry

Original Article

Dental hypersensitivity in individuals with cleft lip and palate: Origin and therapies

Viviane Da Silva Siqueira 1 ORCID logo, Aury Elianny Sanchez Castillo 2, Jose Francisco Mateo-Castillo 1, Lidiane De Castro Pinto 1* ORCID logo, Daniela Garib 1, Cláudia Ramos Pinheiro 2

1 Dentistry Department, Hospital for Rehabilitation of Craniofacial Anomalies, Universidade de São Paulo (HRAC/USP), Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
2 Postgraduate Center for Dentistry, CPO Uningá, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
*Corresponding Author: *Corresponding Author: Lidiane De Castro Pinto, Email: , Email: lidianep@usp.br

Abstract

Background. Dental hypersensitivity is due to the exposure of the dentin layer after wear of enamel or cementum, exposing the dentinal tubules and the nerve endings of odontoblasts within these tubules. The present study aimed to assess the factors related to dental hypersensitivity in individuals with cleft lip and palate and the most common therapy received.

Methods. The medical records of 536 patients with cleft lip and/or palate (281 males, 255 females) with a mean age of 18 were analyzed in a single center. The inclusion criterion was patients reporting dental hypersensitivity from May 2015 to October 2019. The origin of dental hypersensitivity was evaluated considering orthodontic movement, periodontal diseases, and reversible and irreversible pulpitis. The therapy indicated by the dental professionals for dental hypersensitivity were recorded. Descriptive statistics were performed.

Results. Of 61 teeth with dental hypersensitivity, 10 were attributed to orthodontic movement, 21 to periodontal problems, 27 to reversible pulpitis, and three to irreversible pulpitis. The most used therapies were the application of fluoride varnish and prophylaxis, dentifrice indication for dental sensitivity, free gingival grafts, pulpectomy, desensitizing agent application, conservative endodontic treatment (direct pulp protection), and restoration of non-carious cervical lesions.

Conclusion. Reversible pulpitis was the most prevalent etiologic factor of dental hypersensitivity in individuals with cleft lip and palate. Dentifrices for dental sensitivity and fluoride varnish application were frequently recommended.

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Submitted: 02 Sep 2020
Accepted: 22 Dec 2020
ePublished: 13 Feb 2021
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