Eligibility criteria
carious lesions, pain, bruxism, hypersensitivity, temporomandibular joint problems
HYPERSENSITIVITY
Patients between 18 and 40 years of age had carious lesions in both proximal and occlusal surfaces that were detected clinically and evaluated by X-ray. The antagonist and opposing teeth make contact, have vital pulp, no aching symptoms, have a proven history of no hypersensitivity in the teeth requiring restoration, and have good oral health.Moreover, patients with heavy bruxism habits, engaged in clenching, showed evidence of wear facets on teeth, took analgesics that could alter their normal pain perception level, suffered occlusal disturbances, experienced temporomandibular joint problems, or underwent orthodontic treatment were excluded.