Evaluation of efficacy of a herbal dentifrice on dentinal hypersensitivity: A clinical study

Abstract

Background: Dentinal hypersensitivity is a one of the leading dental problems and herbal based formulations have been in use recently for the same. Objective: This study was conducted for the evaluation of the safety and efficacy of a novel herbal toothpaste in reduction of dentinal hypersensitivity in vivo. Materials and Methods: A total of12 subjects were randomly taken into consideration as a single group. Brushing instructions were given for 7 days use of toothpaste to all subjects. Sensitivity scores for tactile, air stimulus and cold water were recorded at baseline, 3 rd and 7 th day for the study subjects.Results: There was a significant reduction seen in the clinical parameters evaluated in all subjects at the end of the period of use of the toothpaste compared to baseline. Conclusion:The novel herbal dentifrice can be recommended for treatment of dentinal hypersensitivity.