Comparative evaluation of Elsenz and GC tooth mousse in remineralization of enamel – a clinical study

Abstract

Aim: To evaluate the surface micro hardness of enamel following use of ElsenzTM and GC tooth mousse. Methods: Twenty extracted anterior teeth were included for the study. Teeth were decoronated and mounted mesiodistally. Baseline values of the samples were recorded and teeth were randomly divided into 2 groups. Group A: ElsenzTM; Group B: GC tooth mousse. Samples were demineralized with Mc Innes solution (2 cycles, 5 minutes daily with 24-hour gap each) following which remineralization was done for 2 weeks (2 cycles, 5 minutes daily with 7 days gap) and the samples were subjected to micro hardness testing using Vickers hardness tester. The results obtained were subjected to statistical analysis using one way ANOVA and paired t test. Results: GC tooth mousse and ElsenzTM both showed remineralization of enamel, although when statistically compared, there was no significant difference in the micro hardness values in both the groups. Conclusion: Periodic application of ElsenzTM increases micro hardness of enamel and it can be effectively used as remineralizing agent.