INNOVA Sensitive Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth (by SPLAT)

The relatively recent INNOVA Sensitive (from SPLAT) series of products on the market continues to gain popularity among those who are familiar with the problem of hypersensitivity of teeth. Interestingly, the reason for such popularity is not active advertising at all - people write reviews about this tool themselves, share positive experiences, due to which product demand is achieved.

Simply put - INNOVA Sensitive toothpastes really work, and they help even in case of severe hyperesthesia.

The basis of the line are four toothpastes, which, as follows from their description, strengthen tooth enamel and significantly reduce the increased sensitivity of teeth. The most important role in these processes is played by active nanohydroxyapatite, a finely dispersed mineral, whose chemical composition is almost identical to the hard tissues of the tooth.

On a note

For the sake of fairness, it must be said that today any references with the prefix "nano", which has long been sick of teeth, are perceived by many people with great skepticism. And this is quite understandable, because in the wake of the popularity of nanotechnology, under the guise of such, quite often far from this sphere goods are moving - it almost comes to the point of absurdity (“nanocirpich”, “nanobenzine”, “nanobeton”, etc.)

In this regard, a natural question arises - is it really the so-called nano-hydroxyapatite that is part of the Innova pastes, and if it does, is it really so important? What exactly does he provide with his presence in the paste?

We will continue to discuss these and other important nuances in more detail ...

 

Line of toothpastes series INNOVA and their composition

As noted above, the INNOVA product line includes four toothpastes. They differ somewhat in composition and function, but they also have a common feature - all of them are intended primarily to reduce the sensitivity of the teeth and restore enamel.

INNOVA Sensitive Series Toothpastes:

• "Careful lightening of enamel" - this toothpaste is aimed at those people who, in addition to reducing the sensitivity of teeth, would like to make them a little lighter.It is important to understand that this is not about significant whitening of the teeth, but about light lightening, at best, 1-2 tones;
• “Restoration of enamel and gum health” - a paste suitable for those who, in addition to the increased sensitivity of the teeth, have problems with the gums (for example, their increased bleeding against the background of periodontitis);
• "Intensive restoration of enamel" - characterized by an increased ability to mineralize tooth enamel, thereby achieving additional protection against caries;
• “Intensive strengthening of supersensitive teeth” - this paste contains almost 2.5 times more nanohydroxyapatite than the above, due to which it more actively nourishes the tooth tissues with this mineral.

The price of all pasta is just over 200 rubles.

All of these toothpastes are suitable for daily hygiene, that is, they are as safe as possible for the health of the teeth and the body as a whole (for example, many toothpastes, especially whitening, as well as containing some antiseptics, are intended for course use, which many people forget about from month to month the same paste is harmful to itself).

Now let's look at the composition of Innova Sensitive toothpastes and note the characteristic features.

The composition of the INNOVA toothpaste “Careful Enamel Brightening”:

It can be noted that standard hydrated silica (Hydrated Silica, aka silicic acid) is used as the base abrasive component. The paste contains fluorine in a fairly decent concentration (1100ppm) in the form of sodium monofluorophosphate (Sodium Monofluorophosphate) and aminofluoride (Olaflur) - therefore, you can count on additional protection of teeth from caries due to the enamel saturation with fluoride ions.

A characteristic feature of the composition of all four toothpastes Innova is the presence of an enzyme called tannase. This enzyme is able to effectively break down tannins and some other substances that give the dental plaque a dark color - many of these dyes are contained in juices, wine, tea. With the destruction of the stained compounds, a safe lightening of the tooth surface is realized, since the enamel is not affected in this process, as well as the oral mucosa.

The most specific component of the INNOVA toothpaste “Gentle Enamel Brightening” is nano-hydroxyapatite (Hydroxyapatite (nano)), the content of which is 2.25%.Particles of this particular component provide filling of the dentin tubules of the tooth, as well as microdamage of the enamel, which together reduces the increased sensitivity of the teeth after the first application of the paste.

The composition of the INNOVA toothpaste "Recovery of enamel and gum health":

Interestingly, in this paste, unlike the previous one, there are no fluorine compounds, but there are extracts of four plants at once: neem, Badana, stevia and skullcap. It can be concluded that the emphasis in the properties of the paste is made primarily on the care of the gums.

The composition of the INNOVA toothpaste "Intensive Enamel Recovery":

A distinctive feature of this paste is the presence in its composition of four components at once, contributing to the strengthening and restoration of enamel: nanohydroxyapatite, fluorine (in the form of sodium monofluorophosphate and aminofluoride) and calcium lactate. Calcium lactate is an additional source of calcium ions and contributes to a more active process of mineralization weakened enamel.

Feedback

“My teeth are very sensitive, so I have to treat them very carefully. Just so immediately begin to react to the cold and hot.In the summer I tried Splat to restore enamel. At first, I didn’t believe that there would be some kind of effect, I thought it was just a PR. But a week later I calmly ate any food without fear of the appearance of nasty pain! Really reduced sensitivity. I spent a tube of 75 ml for 1.5 months, used it in the morning and in the evening ... "

Ekaterina, Moscow

The composition of the INNOVA toothpaste "Intensive strengthening of supersensitive teeth":

A distinctive feature of the composition of the paste is the presence of 6% nanohydroxyapatite (against 2.25% in the above three pastes). However, it is strange, although the emphasis is on intensive strengthening of the teeth, but there is no fluoride or soluble calcium salts in the paste, although their presence clearly would not have prevented from performing the task indicated in the product name.

 

The mechanism of action of pastes against sensitive teeth

Increased tooth sensitivity may be a consequence of the processes of carious and non-carious nature. As a rule, pronounced loss of hard tissues by the teeth (demineralization of enamel, mechanical abrasion, wedge-shaped defects, etc.) leads to hyperesthesia sooner or later. In addition, sensitivity may develop when the gum tissues subside, and the necks of the teeth are exposed where the enamel is thinnest.

The photo below shows an example of wedge-shaped defects on the upper and lower teeth:

Normally, dentin penetrated by the system of the thinnest tubules should be covered with a layer of enamel (or gum - in the cervical area). However, when such a “cover” becomes weak, for example, due to the thinning of the enamel due to its demineralization, aggressive factors start to affect the dentin: cold, heat, sweet and sour food, as well as mechanical stimuli. With the participation of fluid filling the dentinal tubules, stimuli act on the nerve endings leading to the pulp, which causes a sensation of pain.

The mechanism of action of INNOVA Sensitive toothpastes is the ability of nanohydroxyapatite to effectively fill the dentinal tubules, blocking them to a considerable depth. Thus, the dentin tubule system is reliably protected from the influence of irritating factors, and the severity of hyperesthesia is significantly reduced, even after the first use of the paste.

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This is the case when nanotechnology works according to its intended purpose.The fact is that the diameter of the dentinal tubules is on average only from 0.2 to 4 microns, therefore standard grinding minerals simply could not penetrate into such narrow holes. It is the highest degree of dispersion to nanoscale agglomerates that allows hydroxyapatite to be actively incorporated into the structure of the dentin, forming a kind of protective layer.

The photo below shows the result of filling the dentinal tubule with nanohydroxyapatite after a single paste:

In addition, the ability of nanohydroxyapatite to fill the microcracks of the tooth enamel also plays an important role. Due to this, the enamel becomes less porous (and therefore less prone to staining) and more resistant to the effects of cariogenic factors of the oral cavity - first of all, to the effects of acids.

With a decrease in the pH level in the mouth of the mouth, it is nanohydroxyapatite that takes on the “first blow” from the side of acids, turning into a buffer solution of saliva in the form of hydrophosphate ions and calcium ions. And it is much better than if the process of demineralization of tooth enamel (in fact, its dissolution) began immediately.

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Hydroxyapatite in its chemical composition almost coincides with the composition of the tooth enamel. Its liquid suspension could be called “liquid enamel”, which was done by SPLAT, which included in the INNOVA Sensitive series of mouthwash called “Liquid enamel suspension” (the content of nano-hydroxyapatite in this rinse is 1%).

It should also be borne in mind that the problem of tooth sensitivity of the Innova toothpaste is fought not only by nanohydroxyapatite alone, but also by the work of classical components - fluorine compounds and calcium salts, which is most often revealed in the paste “Intensive Enamel Recovery”. These components contribute to the mineralization of tooth enamel, strengthen it and thus provide more effective protection of teeth against various destructive factors. Such a complex effect on tooth enamel allows, with regular use of INNOVA toothpastes, to carry out effective therapy for caries in the white spot stage.

Interesting is not quite adequate response of some consumers to the fluorine content in toothpastes - here is one of the reviews about the paste "" Intensive restoration of enamel ":

Feedback:

“When all of my teeth suddenly began to hurt badly and at once, help was found in the form of INNOVA toothpaste from SPLAT, it is just for sensitive teeth. Pasta liked, teeth soreness went away quickly, in just a few applications. But when I bought it for the second time, I saw that the contents of the fluorine were written on the package! Today this component is no longer good, but harm to health! Therefore, no longer buy ... "

Veronika, St. Petersburg

However, if the toothpaste does not eat a few grams a day and the fluorine content in drinking water does not exceed the limit, the presence of this component in the toothpaste is of great benefit to the tooth enamel.

Now let's see what an ordinary person, far from dental issues, should know about the unobvious advantages of the above-described mechanism of action of INNOVA toothpastes compared to a number of other pastes designed to combat tooth sensitivity. Simplified, the situation is as follows:

• As a rule, in most other pastes, one or another salt of potassium (usually in the form of nitrate) is used as the main component used to reduce the sensitivity of the teeth. Potassium ions, penetrating into the dentinal tubules, lead to a decrease in the sensitivity of nerve receptors. Having received such a kind of “anesthesia”, the tooth becomes less sensitive to the action of external stimuli, be it cold water or solid food. However, potassium ions, unlike nanohydroxyapatite, do not provide any protection - neither dentin nor dental enamel. Often the use of toothpastes with potassium salts can even be dangerous due to the fact that toothache is simply masked, while no effective measures are taken to strengthen the hard tissues of the tooth - with continued exposure to destructive factors, this can lead to significant and imperceptible (more precisely, imperceptible) damage to the teeth. Here is an example of how the composition of toothpaste with potassium salts may look like:;
• Sometimes strontium salts are added to toothpastes for sensitive teeth, which contribute to the blockage of dentinal tubules. In general, it can be said that this is a much more preferable option than the presence in the composition of only potassium salts, especially when the paste also contains fluorine compounds and an additional mineralizing component (for example, calcium lactate or calcium citrate).However, it should be noted that the effect of the use of strontium salts is mainly characterized only by superficial occlusion of the pores of the dentine, while nanohydroxyapatite provides a deeper obturation. This is how the composition of the paste with strontium salts may look like:

 

Important nuances to consider when choosing a paste

When teeth have increased sensitivity against the background of weakened enamel and gum disease, the choice of toothpaste should be approached especially carefully. And if healthy teeth would still “forgive” some mistakes when choosing, then in the case of an already existing pathology, such errors can be very expensive (and in the literal sense of the word, because dental services today can hardly be called cheap).

Below are a number of practical nuances that are important to consider when choosing a particular toothpaste from the INNOVA Sensitive series:

• Paste "Careful lightening of enamel", as the name implies, is suitable for those who want their teeth, in addition to reducing sensitivity, to become lighter. As noted above, the main effect of lightening is achieved by the enzyme tannase, which destroys the colored compounds of plaque.However, it should be understood that if the tooth enamel has a yellow or dark shade from nature, or is affected by brown spots of fluorosis, you should not count on lightening. If there are pronounced mineral deposits on the teeth (dental calculus), then the paste will have only a minimal lightening effect, and in such a situation a much better result can be obtained by removing plaque and chronic plaque in the dentist's office as part of professional oral hygiene. In the case of hyperesthesia, one should refrain from choosing any standard whitening paste, since most of them are characterized by high abrasiveness and their use will only exacerbate the problem of increased sensitivity of the teeth, weakening the damaged enamel. At the same time, choosing the paste of Innova “Gentle Enamel Brightening”, it is necessary to soberly assess the situation, without waiting for getting a snow-white Hollywood smile for a couple of applications;
• Toothpaste "Recovery of enamel and gum health" with a high probability will have a positive effect on sore gums due to the extracts of skullcap, neem, Badana and stevia contained in it.However, in severe cases, the effect may be insufficient - then you should not wait for the further progression of periodontitis, and it is better to turn to a dentist for professional help. In addition, it is useful to keep in mind that if gum problems are combined with strongly weakened tooth enamel, it is advisable to combine the “Enamel Recovery and Gum Health” and “Intensive Enamel Recovery” pastes (for example, use one in the morning and another in the evening);
• INNOVA “Intensive Enamel Recovery” paste will be an excellent choice in cases when it is necessary to solve the problem of tooth sensitivity while at the same time striving to provide maximum support to weakened enamel by its mineralization. Especially with caries in the stage of white or chalk spots, after professional teeth cleaning with the use of ultrasound and AirFlow technology, after teeth whitening with the use of acid gels containing peroxides, as well as with a weak enamel as a whole. But even here it is important to be guided by common sense - even though the name of the paste says “intensive restoration of enamel”, in the case of the presence of carious cavities, the use of the paste will not lead to their gradual overgrowth.Simply put, if the tooth is already eaten away by caries, then the paste will not return to it its original healthy appearance, and you still have to install the filling;
• INNOVA paste “Intensive strengthening of supersensitive teeth” due to the highest content of nanohydroxyapatite in the range (6%) is characterized by the most pronounced ability to reduce tooth sensitivity due to obturation of the dentinal tubules and restoration of microdamage of the tooth enamel. In addition, the manufacturer’s use of the “no abrasive” formulation in the paste description suggests that the composition used was particularly finely dispersed Hydrated Silica with minimal abrasive properties. Thus, this paste will be a good choice in cases where hyperesthesia is particularly pronounced and the effect on the enamel should be as gentle as possible. It should be borne in mind that if the high sensitivity of the teeth is a consequence of the progressive gingival recession in the cervical teeth, the paste, although it will increase comfort, significantly reducing pain, but the root cause of this problem is unlikely to solve, therefore, in such cases It is important to promptly consult a dentist.

 

Other products from the INNOVA Sensitive series for the care of sensitive teeth

In addition to the four toothpastes, the INNOVA Sensitive product line includes the oral rinse aid “Suspension Liquid Enamel” mentioned above and a soft toothbrush with silver ions in the bristles.

Suspension Liquid enamel contains 1% nanohydroxyapatite and, thus, like INNOVA pastes, it is able to reduce tooth sensitivity due to clogging of the dentinal tubules and filling of microdamages of weakened enamel. It is recommended to use the suspension immediately after brushing your teeth (preferably), or after eating. Mouth rinsing time is 1 minute, and after the procedure it is not recommended to rinse the oral cavity with water and eat food for at least half an hour. This will achieve the most pronounced effect of the use of the tool.

On a note

It is worth noting that using liquid enamel suspension will be useful not only in case of increased sensitivity of teeth, but also in general for prevention of caries - as an effective way to slow down (and even reverse) the process of demineralization of tooth enamel. This contributes to calcium lactate, which is part of the tool and is designed to additionally ensure the saturation of tooth enamel calcium ions.

As for the toothbrush with silver ions in the bristles - its main advantage is not even in these very silver ions (which are so fashionable today that they are not always justified in their presence in various means and applications). Perhaps the main advantages of the brush are the following features:

• It is really made with quality - by Interbros GmbH (Germany), exclusively for Splat;
• The brush is soft, which is especially important for sensitive teeth;
• The bristles of the brush are very thin — much thinner than, for example, the average Colgate brush. This ensures, firstly, the additional delicacy of the impact on the surface of the teeth during brushing, and secondly, the effective cleaning of food debris even from hard-to-reach areas between the teeth.

 

A few words about studies confirming the effectiveness of the use of Innova Sensitive pastes

It’s one thing when “sensational” and “revolutionary” properties of products are indicated on the basis of dubious marketing speculations in advertising booklets, and it’s quite another when the declared properties are confirmed by the results of research in reputable institutions.

As for the Innova Sensitive series of toothpastes, their ability to effectively reduce the sensitivity of teeth is confirmed by research:

• First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after academician I. P. Pavlov;
• Moscow State Medical and Dental University (MSMSU);
• First Moscow State Medical University named after I. M. Sechenov.

In this regard, it is interesting to see some research results, for example, for the paste “Intensive Enamel Recovery”, as the richest in composition from the point of view of mineralization and strengthening of tooth enamel:

(LPZ - linear probe advancement on the tooth surface, VS - assessment of tooth sensitivity using a cotton swab, BC - impact on a tooth with a water jet, BVS - impact on a tooth with a side air stream, PVA - impact with a direct air stream).

• Desensitizing effect (i.e., reducing tooth sensitivity): 63.6%;
• Cleansing effect (from plaque): 75.5%;
• Remineralizing efficacy against tooth enamel: 64.9%;
• The effectiveness of protection against caries: 75.0%;
• Anti-inflammatory effect (on the gums): 64.2%;
• Hemostatic effectiveness (helps to assess the ability of the paste to fight bleeding gums): 68.6%;
• Enamel brightening: 1 tone.

Thus, the claimed properties of the paste are clinically proven and are at a high level, which makes it possible to count on obtaining the corresponding results in practice.

From the table below you can see how the properties of the paste vary depending on its composition (with the same content of nanohydroxyapatite at the level of 2.25%):

Indicator	"Careful lightening of enamel"	"Restoration of enamel and gum health"	"Intensive restoration of enamel"
Purifying effect	77,7%	70,9%	75,5%
Anti-caries efficacy	66,8%	60,0%	75,0%
Desensitizing action	70,4%	64,4%	63,6%
Anti-inflammatory efficacy	67,8%	80,8%	64,2%
Remineralizing efficiency	61,5%	50,0%	64,9%
Hemostatic efficiency	67,7%	74,1%	68,6%
Tooth bleaching	By 2 tones	1 tone	1 tone

In conclusion, it can be noted that INNOVA Sensitive toothpastes from Splat are quite an interesting solution for daily self-control of tooth hypersensitivity. A distinctive feature of pastes is a relatively rich and well thought out composition.allows you to solve several problems at once: eliminate the increased sensitivity of teeth to temperature and mechanical stimuli, mineralize and strengthen enamel, suppress inflammatory processes in periodontal tissues, and also brighten the surface of teeth.

 

If you have used any tools from the INNOVA Sensitive series, be sure to share information by leaving your review at the bottom of this page.

 

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