Use of Sensodin toothpastes for sensitive teeth

Toothpaste Sensodin created primarily for people suffering from increased sensitivity of teeth. However, before you go to the nearest pharmacy to buy it, let's first consider some important nuances concerning both the use of this paste and the problem of tooth sensitivity - hyperesthesia.

Generally speaking, there are several types of Sensodin pastes with different composition and different properties:

• Toothpaste Sensodyne (Sensodyne) with fluorine;
• For instant protection;
• Whitening;
• Comprehensive protection;

And others (including many items in a foreign language).

Next we look at the main types in more detail.

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Toothpastes for sensitive teeth Sensodyne are the development of the company GlaxoSmithKline - a British brand with offices in 115 countries. GSK is not only a developer-pharmacist who carries out research activities in more than two dozen laboratories, but also a manufacturer with its own facilities.In particular, pasta and related products are produced in 70 factories located in different parts of the world.

When the sensitivity of the teeth of the 1st degree (when they react only to temperature stimuli and sometimes mechanical), the use of toothpaste Sensodin does have a fairly well-pronounced positive effect. Simply put, a person stops suffering from pain: he can finally eat normally, brush his teeth without suffering, not frown when inhaling cold air, etc.

This is also indicated by the numerous reviews of ordinary people on the Internet - most of them confirm the decrease in tooth sensitivity after the use of Sensodin toothpastes.

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“I decided to try Sensodin on the advice of colleagues from work. Frankly, I did not hope much for a miracle, because in a year I had already tried several different pastes, supposedly reducing sensitivity. But this time my teeth appreciated the novelty. After a few days, I could normally eat hot and cold! A month later, I could even bite ice cream without a shudder - this is a real achievement for me. So in my case, Sensodin was 100% justified. ”

Mikhail, Astrakhan

 

How Sensodyne pastes solve the problem of sensitive teeth

In many cases, the problem of tooth sensitivity is associated with the thinning of the enamel due to its abrasion or various types of damage. When the enamel becomes too thin, the so-called dentinal tubules are exposed - microscopic tubes that are in the thickness of the dentin and are associated with the nerve endings, which, in turn, are connected to the pulp of the tooth.

Dentinal tubules (tubules) are filled with fluid that comes in motion from various external influences: heating, cooling, exposure to acids, etc. All this can be accompanied by both weak and very strongly pronounced painful sensations.

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Causes of hyperesthesia can be very different:

• Damage to the enamel when exposed to strong acids, both organic and mineral (also due to the habit of regularly eating sour juices, fruits, berries);
• Carious lesion of tooth tissues;
• Disruption of calcium and phosphorus metabolism in the body, as a result of which the processes of enamel demineralization and its thinning may intensify;
• The presence of wedge-shaped defects (depressions in the cervical area of ​​the teeth);
• Gum disease, accompanied by the exposure of the necks and roots of the teeth;
• Grinding a tooth under the crown;
• Damage to the enamel after the chemical bleaching procedure;
• Exposure of dentinal tubules after professional hygiene of the oral cavity (removal of tartar and plaque);
• Enamel abrasion due to regular use of highly abrasive whitening pastes and (or) hard toothbrush

And etc.

Most often, the sensitivity of the teeth increases primarily in the gum zone, where the enamel is initially thinner. Cervical caries often develops here too.

The problem of hypersensitivity tooth paste Sensodin struggling due to the following main components:

1. Potassium nitrate - potassium ions, penetrating into the dentinal tubules, can accumulate here and suppress the excitability of nerve endings. For this reason, many other toothpastes for sensitive teeth also include potassium salts (it may not necessarily be nitrate — also, for example, potassium chloride, potassium pyrophosphate, etc., are used);
2. Compounds that promote the restoration of enamel - in particular, the NovAmin complex, which is a combination of calcium and phosphorus compounds,able to create hydroxyapatite on the surface of the dentin and in the dentinal tubules (hydroxyapatite is the mineral compound of which the tooth enamel mainly consists);
3. Fluorine is not found in all Sensodin pastes. Promotes the formation on the surface of the tooth fluorapatite, resistant to the effects of oral acids. In fact, a special protective layer is formed on the enamel surface that prevents demineralization and also helps reduce tooth sensitivity.
4. Strontium salts (in particular, acetate) - contribute to the blockage of dentinal tubules.

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In toothpastes Sensodyne fluoride is contained in the form of sodium fluoride. Today, this component is considered somewhat obsolete, and the more “advanced” is the so-called aminofluoride, which acts faster and more efficiently.

Sensodyne pastes are low- and mid-abrasive (abrasiveness index RDA is in the range of 60-120, depending on the type of paste).

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“My teeth are very painful, they do not react much to the hot, but always cold, always constantly on the street are sore.Recently I put in a couple of fillings, so now all the upper teeth began to hurt even more. I decided to try Sensodin, I have been cleaning for a week and the sensitivity has obviously decreased, I drink cold water normally. But the most important thing is that next to the fillings it has stopped hurting!

Before this, I somehow didn’t buy toothpaste for sensitive teeth, but I liked Sensodin while I was cleaning it. ”

Svetlana, St. Petersburg

 

Sensodyne Instant effect and opinions about her

Toothpaste Sensodin Instant effect is specifically designed to quickly reduce the painful sensitivity of teeth. The manufacturer claims that the effect of its use comes after 60 seconds of application of the paste on the teeth.

A special feature of Sensodyne paste instant effect is the presence of strontium acetate in its composition. Soluble strontium salts are capable of occluding (plugging) dentinal tubules by binding to the dentin protein matrix and subsequent precipitation as insoluble complexes. This blocks the movement of fluid flow inside the tubules and, as a result, reduces the sensitivity of the tooth to stimuli.

In addition, the paste contains sodium fluoride (Sodium Fluoride),also contributes to the blockage of dentinal tubules (fluorapatitom) and positively affecting the reduction of tooth sensitivity.

The composition of toothpaste Sensodin Instant effect:

In general, the Sensodin Instant Toothpaste Instant Effect in many cases is really capable of quickly removing the pain reactions of teeth to various stimuli, although the pronounced effect does not always occur in a single application. To achieve a well-tangible and long-lasting result, you will have to use a paste for 2-3 days, while you need to brush your teeth twice a day.

According to reviews, when quick removal of painful sensitivity is necessary, the following technique sometimes helps: it is recommended to smear some Sensodyne paste with maximum protection on the fingertip and rub it into painful areas for three minutes. Then rinse your mouth.

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“... Very mixed impressions from this paste with instant effect. On the one hand, I no longer writh my teeth when I brush my teeth, but on the other, I’m annoyed that I’m constantly stuffing myself with fluorine, it’s also harmful to the body. I even have the feeling that her tongue is numb. Yes, and the price is rather big, for sensitive teeth there are cheaper options.So I haven’t decided for myself what is better. ”

Inna, Voronezh

 

Sensodyne Gentle whitening and its action

Sensodin Whitening Toothpaste Gentle whitening is a moderately abrasive oral hygiene that restores the natural color of the enamel, reduces tooth sensitivity and freshening breath.

The composition of the paste Sensodyne Gentle whitening:

Reducing the sensitivity of the teeth is achieved through the use of potassium nitrate and sodium fluoride.

With regard to the whitening properties - here you need to understand that the whitening effect and reduction of tooth sensitivity are often difficult to combine in one product. In this case, it is more correct to speak not about the bleaching of enamel, but about its lightening due to the removal of colored plaque and tartar from its surface. This function is performed by the abrasive system of toothpaste and sodium tripolyphosphate, which is a powerful complexing agent and is able to bind calcium ions from the matrix of tartar, thereby contributing to its loosening.

But:

• with the same success, the abrasive system will erase not only plaque, but also partially the tooth enamel itself;
• and sodium tripolyphosphate will “pull” calcium ions not only from tartar, but also partly from the structure of enamel.

So the composition of the whitening toothpaste Sensodin is, in fact, an attempt to combine in one product not very well compatible properties (probably, this is done because the whitening toothpaste is now in fashion and well bought).

If the enamel is prone to abrasion and strongly pronounced tooth sensitivity, an alternative option would probably be preferable.

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“Personally, I have only positive impressions from using Sensodin whitening paste, and reviews on various sites are just amazing. I do not know what the people are counting on, apparently they want to get white porcelain teeth for a couple of uses. This is nonsense. In a month, my teeth were clearly lightening up somewhere, and I am pleased with it. Naturally, if a person has yellowness in her mouth, it’s stupid to expect a Hollywood smile, and then write that the paste doesn't work. Cleans well, reduces sensitivity, whitens a little and the price is small. What else does? For me, so a great option ... "

Sergey, Yekaterinburg

 

Sensodyne with fluorine

Sensodin, a well-known toothpaste with fluorine, is, as it were, a time-tested product that has been on the market for many years. The basis of its action are two main compounds: sodium fluoride and potassium nitrate.

As noted above, sodium fluoride contributes to the formation of fluorapatite on the surface of the tooth enamel, and also, not least, inside the dentinal tubules, favoring their blockage. And potassium ions, concentrating at the nerve endings inside the tubules, reduce their susceptibility to irritant effects.

Such a tandem of two substances provides Sensodyne F toothpaste with fluoride (Sensodyne F) with a pronounced effect on reducing the sensitivity of teeth.

The composition of the paste Sensodyne with fluorine:

The effectiveness of the product is confirmed by the relevant tests, as well as reviews of ordinary people. Although it should be noted that the composition of the paste is inferior to the above Sensdin Maximum Protection, the recipe of which is more “advanced”.

Contraindications to the use of Sensodin with fluorine is the individual intolerance to the components of the product and the age to 12 years.

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“We have been using Sensodin paste with fluoride for the whole family for 6 years. I like the fact that over the years there has not appeared a single hole in the teeth and the taste is pleasant. My daughter does not even have a hint of caries in permanent teeth, this is the best indicator for me. Although I heard that Sensodin is not suitable for everyone, but I still think that paste is worthy. ”

Larisa, Moscow

 

Other toothpastes in the sensody lineup

In addition to the toothpastes listed above, the following products are also included in the Sensodyne range:

• Extra Fresh - contains potassium nitrate (5%) and sodium fluoride (0.145% in terms of fluorine). Its feature is a strongly pronounced mint flavor, which promotes breath freshening.
• Comprehensive protection - a feature of this paste is the content of zinc citrate in its composition (along with potassium nitrate and sodium fluoride). Zinc citrate is often used in toothpastes for sensitive teeth, has a bactericidal and fungicidal effect, which helps maintain healthy gums.
• The health of the gums is very similar in composition to the previous paste (Comprehensive protection): it also contains zinc citrate, potassium nitrate and sodium fluoride. Positioned as a paste for sensitive teeth, while helping to take care of the health of the gums.

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“Often faced with the problem of teeth soreness from cold and hot, and sometimes from something sweet. And so, I had been reading all sorts of advertising, I bought Sensodin paste complex protection. And somehow one disappointment, for 3 weeks (!) Of use, the sensitivity slightly decreased, maybe a little bit at all. And refreshing is not very good. So I can’t say anything good. ”

Taisiya, Khabarovsk

In general, it can be noted that Sensodin toothpastes can be a good solution for people with sensitive teeth. However, they do not help everyone and not always, since hyperesthesia can be caused by different causes, and sometimes the problem can be solved only with toothpaste.

If you have ever used any of Sensdin toothpastes - do not forget to leave your feedback about the effect obtained at the bottom of this page.

 

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