Prevalencia de sensibilidad posoperatoria en restauraciones de clase I – II en octavo semestre de la clínica de la UCSG semestre A - 2023.

Abstract

Introduction: Dental sensitivity is defined as a brief or prolonged painful sensation caused by thermal, chemical or tactile stimuli. Evidence shows that it is related to the dentist's knowledge and skills in terms of making cavities, selecting materials, and applying restorative techniques. (1) Objective: To determine the prevalence of postoperative sensitivity in class I - II restorations of the patients who attend the clinic of the eighth semester of the UCSG during the semester A-2023 Material and method: The current study adopts a cross-sectional methodology of the observational type with a descriptive approach. The sample used in this study consisted of 71 cases. Results: The results revealed that 57.7% of the restorations presented postoperative sensitivity, highlighting their clinical importance. Class II restorations showed a higher incidence of sensitivity (74.35%) than Class I (37.5%). The Class I distribution was 53.13% enamel, 46.88% enamel-dentin; in Class II, 23.08% enamel, 66.67% enamel-dentin. Conclusions: This study concluded that postoperative sensitivity affected 57.7% of the restorations, affecting both men and women, with an inclination towards the former. Class II restorations showed a higher risk of sensitivity, concentrating the intensity and duration of pain in the first week. These conclusions shed light on factors related to dental sensitivity, patient response and its relationship with restorations, depths and duration of pain. Its relevance lies in its potential to improve dental practices.