Solve exciting clinical cases specific to your field of interest via Docplexus’ clinical case challenge. In this ‘Dental Case Challenge’ , join your fellow doctors to discuss and answer today’s question regarding ‘Sensitivity In Teeth’ A 38-year old woman presented with complain that “I have sensitivity on my upper right side and I do not like the way my teeth look”. The patient says that this area worsened slowly over time. She has no medical issues or known medical allergies. She reports to brush ‘vigorously’ and for long periods of time stating that she is meticulous about oral hygiene.
Clinical examination Examination reveals 2mm recession on teeth 4 and 5, 3mm recession on tooth #6. The area is sensitive to touch and air with periodontal probe. There are no probing depths beyond 3mm on teeth 4,5,6,7. Radiographic examination: A full mouth series of radiographs reveals no bone loss.
