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28 I I trends_ patient education applicationofNUPRO®Sensodyneprophypaste,ap- pliedduringaprofessionalprophylaxis,isachairside strategy that can be utilized for immediate relief. This prophy paste active ingredient is NovaMin®, whichreactswithsalivatoraisethepH.Withelevated pH, calcium and phosphate precipitates as calcium phosphate and crystallizes to build a new hydroxy- apatite-like layer over exposed dentinal tubules. The patient gets a stronger, more acid-resistant protec- tive layer to protect his or her teeth.11 After completion of the professional prophylaxis, the patient can be given Sensodyne NUPRO Profes- sional toothpaste. This paste delivers a combination of 5 percent NovaMin and 5,000 ppm of fluoride for daily use. This toothpaste combines fluoride for enamel and dentin remineralization and NovaMin, a patented technology for sensitivity protection.12 As our patients’ soft-drink consumption con- tinues to increase, dental professionals need to be prepared to assess, educate and apply therapies for dentinal sensitivity treatment. By implementing a continuum of care, which includes take-home strategies and chairside therapies, the patient and the dental professional can work together as a team toresolvedentinalsensitivitycausedbytheovercon- sumption of our patients’ favorite drinks._ _References 1. Luanne von Schneidemesser, P. (2012, 3 6). The Pop Vs Soda Map. Retrieved 2012, from bigthink.com 2. J.F. Tahmassebi, M. F.-K. (2006). Soft drinks and dental health: A review of the current literature. Journal of Dentistry, 34, 2–11. 3. Leslie A. Ehlen, T. A. (2008). Acidic beverages increase the risk of in vitro tooth erosion. Nutritional Research, 299–303. 4. Limeded, P. T. (2012, January 28). Testing the pH Level of Common Drinks Using DrDAQ as a pH Meter. Retrieved March 3, 2012, from picotec.com. 5. K Jorge, B. L. (2003). Soft Drinks Chemical Composition. Elsevier Science Ltd., 5346. 6. K Jorge, B. L. (2003). Soft Drinks Chemical Composition. Elsevier Science Ltd., 5346. 7. Hunter ML, W. N. (2000). Relative susceptibility of deciduous and permanent dental hard tissues to erosion by a low pH fruit drink in vitro. J Dent, 28:265–270 8. Pashley, T. H. (2008). Dentin Hypersensitivity: Consensus- BasedRecommendationsfortheDiagnosis&Management of Dentin Hypersensitivity. Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, pp. 1–37. 9. Nihill,J.(March/April2007).What’sinYourDrink?General Dentistry. 10. Rios D, H. H.-D. (2006). Influence of tooth brushing on enamel softening and abrasive wear of eroded bovine enamel: an in situ study. Braz Oral Res, 20:148–154. 11. Burwell AK, L. L. (2009). Calcium soduim phospo- silicate(NovaMin): remineralization potential. Adv Dent Res., 21:35–39.3. 12. DENTSPLY International. (2012). A system of continuous care for the treatment of tooth sensitivity. Retrieved March 3, 2012, from Dental Tribune. hygiene 1_2012 Doreen Johnson, RDH, Med., is a clinical educator for DENTSPLY Professional, covering the Midwest region of the United States. She came to DENTSPLY with 21 years of clinical expertise and 10 years of experience as a dental hygiene educator. She is a graduate of the UniversityofPittsburghSchoolofDentalMedicine,holdingcertification as a dental assistant and a registered dental hygienist. She received her bachelor’s degree from Edinboro University in education, and a master’sdegreefromNationalLouisUniversityinadulteducation.She also serves as an active dental hygiene consulting examiner for the North East Regional Board of Dental Examiners. Johnson has devel- oped educational programs and presented them to dental and dental hygiene students, professional associations, dental societies, and study clubs both nationally and internationally. Her goal is to provide dental professionals with current scientific research and information to assist them in implementing effective and efficient evidence-based treatment protocols in their clinical practices. You may contact her at doreen.johnson@dentsply.com. _about the author hygiene ‘As our patients’ soft-drink consumption continues to increase, dental professionals need to be prepared to assess, educate and apply therapies for dentinal sensitivity treatment.’