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    <journal-meta>
      <journal-id journal-id-type="publisher">JOHS</journal-id>
      <journal-id journal-id-type="nlm-ta">Journ of Health Scien</journal-id>
      <journal-title-group>
        <journal-title>Journal of HealthCare Sciences</journal-title>
        <abbrev-journal-title abbrev-type="pubmed">Journ of Health Scien</abbrev-journal-title>
      </journal-title-group>
      <issn pub-type="ppub">2231-2196</issn>
      <issn pub-type="opub">0975-5241</issn>
      <publisher>
        <publisher-name>Radiance Research Academy</publisher-name>
      </publisher>
    </journal-meta>
    <article-meta>
      <article-id pub-id-type="publisher-id">323</article-id>
      <article-id pub-id-type="doi">http://dx.doi.org/10.52533/JOHS.2024.41202</article-id>
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      <article-categories>
        <subj-group subj-group-type="heading">
          <subject>Dentistry</subject>
        </subj-group>
      </article-categories>
      <title-group>
        <article-title>Management of Post-Operative Sensitivity Following Restorative Procedures&#13;
</article-title>
      </title-group>
      <contrib-group>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Alrawqi</surname>
            <given-names>Awwad Rubaiaan</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Alghamdi</surname>
            <given-names>Rana Abdullah</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Sajini</surname>
            <given-names>Ahmed Faisal</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Alshammari</surname>
            <given-names>Noo Khalaf</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Maniah</surname>
            <given-names>Ali Abdullah Al</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Alsharif</surname>
            <given-names>Deena Abdullah</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Ashi</surname>
            <given-names>Farid Naser</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
      </contrib-group>
      <pub-date pub-type="ppub">
        <day>8</day>
        <month>12</month>
        <year>2024</year>
      </pub-date>
      <volume>4</volume>
      <issue>12</issue>
      <fpage>644</fpage>
      <lpage>649</lpage>
      <permissions>
        <copyright-statement>This article is copyright of Popeye Publishing, 2009</copyright-statement>
        <copyright-year>2009</copyright-year>
        <license license-type="open-access" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/">
          <license-p>This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) Licence. You may share and adapt the material, but must give appropriate credit to the source, provide a link to the licence, and indicate if changes were made.</license-p>
        </license>
      </permissions>
      <abstract>
        <p>Post-operative sensitivity following restorative dental procedures is a common issue that can lead to patient discomfort and dissatisfaction. The condition arises from the exposure of dentinal tubules during treatment, leading to fluid movement within the tubules that triggers nerve responses. Various factors contribute to this sensitivity, including the choice of restorative materials, bonding techniques, and the extent of cavity preparation. Resin-based composites are commonly associated with sensitivity due to polymerization shrinkage, which can cause microleakage. However, incremental layering and improved bonding agents help mitigate this problem. The use of glass ionomer cements (GICs) and bulk-fill composites has shown promise in reducing post-operative sensitivity. GICs bond chemically to the tooth and release fluoride, which reduces sensitivity over time. Bulk-fill composites allow for faster placement with less polymerization shrinkage, further minimizing discomfort. Additionally, laser therapy has emerged as an effective method for sealing dentinal tubules and providing long-term relief, especially in severe cases. Patient management is key to reducing sensitivity in the long term. Desensitizing toothpaste containing potassium nitrate or stannous fluoride helps block neural responses in the dentinal tubules, while fluoride varnishes strengthen enamel and occlude tubules. Occluding agents like oxalate compounds and in-office laser treatments also provide significant relief for patients with persistent sensitivity. Education on proper oral care and sensitivity management, combined with regular follow-up treatments, ensures better outcomes. By utilizing appropriate materials, techniques, and patient-centered management strategies, clinicians can effectively address post-operative sensitivity and enhance patient satisfaction. The careful selection of materials and the use of advanced techniques provide both immediate and long-term benefits, improving the overall success of restorative treatments.&#13;
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      </abstract>
      <kwd-group>
        <kwd>Post-operative sensitivity</kwd>
        <kwd> restorative procedures</kwd>
        <kwd> composite resin</kwd>
        <kwd> desensitizing agents</kwd>
        <kwd> complication</kwd>
      </kwd-group>
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