What is the procedure a dentist follows when he desensitizes?

I have a wearing away of enamel on one of my teeth that is sensitive. My dentist told he he will probably just desensitizes it. I am wondering if anyine can tell me what exactly he will do to my tooth and if it is painful.

Hi! I’ve been in dentistry for over 20 years. And NO it is not painful. However, you have several options. The dentist can place a filling type material over the area, or apply a fluoride solution that will adhere and reduce sensitivity or you can try a higher concentration of fluoride yourself. All this means it that he makes you a thin tray that you place the fluoride in and wear for 30 minutes. This oftens "soaks" into the dentin and reduces sensitivity. Go with his suggestions first. And again, no pain what so ever once he covers the area and seals it. You will be fine. If you have any other questions, please ask. Marie D~

One Response to “What is the procedure a dentist follows when he desensitizes?”

1. Marie D Says:
   July 9th, 2009 at 12:23 pm

   Hi! I’ve been in dentistry for over 20 years. And NO it is not painful. However, you have several options. The dentist can place a filling type material over the area, or apply a fluoride solution that will adhere and reduce sensitivity or you can try a higher concentration of fluoride yourself. All this means it that he makes you a thin tray that you place the fluoride in and wear for 30 minutes. This oftens "soaks" into the dentin and reduces sensitivity. Go with his suggestions first. And again, no pain what so ever once he covers the area and seals it. You will be fine. If you have any other questions, please ask. Marie D~
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