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A patient had tooth bleaching and now has dental sensitivity. What should you give them?

  1. Potassium nitrate
  2. Triclosan
  3. Fluoride supplementation
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Correct answer: A. Potassium nitrate

Potassium nitrate (often combined with fluoride in desensitizing toothpaste/gel) works by reducing nerve excitability within the dental pulp, making it the standard recommendation for managing the common, usually temporary sensitivity that follows vital tooth bleaching.

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