Dr Gautam Sharma Delivers Expert Lecture on Dental Hypersensitivity Management in Jammu
Former IDA President Highlights Causes, Diagnosis and Modern Treatment Options for Tooth Sensitivity
- Dr Gautam Sharma explained causes, aggravating factors and clinical management of dentinal hypersensitivity affecting patients across age groups.
- Emphasis laid on correct diagnosis, elimination of etiological factors and use of non-invasive and invasive desensitisation techniques.
- Oral care consultant Sumeet Gandotra showcased Colgate products during the academic interaction.
Jammu, December 31, 2025: Dr Gautam Sharma, Consultant Dentistry, University of Jammu and Former President, Indian Dental Association, delivered a detailed lecture on the management of dental hypersensitivity at Jammu, focusing on both theoretical and practical aspects of the condition commonly encountered in clinical practice.
During his address, Dr Gautam Sharma explained that dental hypersensitivity is a frequent clinical problem associated with exposed dentinal surfaces and can affect patients belonging to any age group. He said the condition most commonly involves canines and premolars due to their prominent position in both dental arches.
He elaborated on multiple causative and aggravating factors responsible for dentinal hypersensitivity, including acidic food intake, attrition, abrasion, erosion, abfraction, aggressive tooth brushing, gastro oesophageal reflux disease, salivary hypofunction and related oral habits. He stressed that unchecked lifestyle factors significantly contribute to the progression of sensitivity-related complaints.
Dr Gautam Sharma underlined that accurate diagnosis and elimination of the underlying etiological factors form the foundation of effective management. He classified desensitising agents based on their mechanism of action and guided participants through various non-invasive and invasive desensitisation treatment modalities that can be adopted in routine clinical practice.
He also shared clinical insights drawn from his extensive experience, enabling participants to understand patient specific treatment planning for long term relief from dentinal hypersensitivity.
Dr Gautam Sharma, an MDS in Periodontics, is known for regularly conducting continuing dental education programs in Jammu as a resource person and speaker, while successfully running his clinical practice.
During the event, Sumeet Gandotra, Oral Care Consultant from Colgate, showcased oral health care products and interacted with participants on preventive dental care practices.
