Laser or toothpaste: which zaps tooth pain best?

NCT ID NCT07396610

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested two treatments for tooth sensitivity: a special toothpaste with bioactive glass and a low-level laser. 100 adults with sensitive teeth were randomly assigned to one of these treatments or a placebo. The goal was to see which approach provides better and longer-lasting pain relief over a year.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

100 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2025

Finished

Nov 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 60 years * Presence of clinically diagnosed dentinal hypersensitivity in at least one tooth * Positive response to standardized air stimulus test * Good general and oral health Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of dental caries, defective restorations, or cracked teeth in the study tooth * Evidence of pulpal pathology or periapical disease * Periodontal disease requiring active treatment * Use of desensitizing agents or sensitivity treatments within the previous 4 weeks * History of allergy or hypersensitivity to any study materials * Systemic conditions or medications that may affect pain perception * Pregnant or lactating women

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sri Rajiv Gandhi College of Dental Sciences & Hospital

    Bangalore, India

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