Secondary prevention of dental hyperesthesia in young individuals undergoing active orthodontic treatment

Relevance . Dental hyperesthesia is a common clinical concern among individuals undergoing orthodontic treatment, particularly those using bracket systems. Despite the absence of visible defects in the hard dental tissues, these patients often experience significant sensitivity. In such cases, the clinical management of dental hyperesthesia is most effectively achieved through the targeted use of personal oral care products, with a particular emphasis on toothpaste. The development of new domestically produced toothpastes presents a valuable opportunity to compare their efficacy in managing dental hyperesthesia with that of existing, well-established formulations. This study aimed to assess the clinical effectiveness of a newly developed domestically produced toothpaste for sensitive teeth, R.O.C.S. PRO SENSITIVE, in young patients experiencing dental hyperesthesia during active orthodontic treatment. Materials and methods . The study involved 39 young patients (16 males and 23 females) aged 18–25 years, who experienced dental hyperesthesia and were undergoing active orthodontic treatment with bracket systems. All patients, depending on the oral care products used, were divided into three study groups. Patients in Control Group 1 (12 participants: 5 males and 7 females) continued using their previously selected individual oral hygiene products. Patients in Group 2 (12 participants: 4 males and 8 females) were recommended to use the domestically produced toothpaste "R.O.C.S. Sakura Branch." Patients in Group 3 (15 participants: 7 males and 8 females) were advised to use the new domestically produced toothpaste for sensitive teeth, R.O.C.S. PRO SENSITIVE. To evaluate the comparative effectiveness of secondary prevention of dental hyperesthesia, the methodology developed by L.Y. Orekhova and S.B. Ulitovsky (2008) was applied, which involved assessing tooth sensitivity and evaluating sensitivity reduction. Results . An analysis of the tooth sensitivity dynamics during secondary prevention revealed that, one month after the study began, the most significant reduction in dental hyperesthesia among patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with bracket systems was observed in those using the new domestically produced toothpaste. This toothpaste features active components such as chlorophyll, calcium hydroxyapatite, potassium chloride, xylitol, and bioavailable minerals. Conclusion . The clinical study demonstrated the high efficacy of the new domestically produced toothpaste for sensitive teeth, R.O.C.S. PRO SENSITIVE, in reducing dental hyperesthesia.