Do you know that the root cause of tooth sensitivity is exposed dentin?

According to dentist Dr. Spiro Condos, tooth sensitivity is generally caused because dentin is exposed. "It's got all these little holes in it and that's where nerve fibers lie. When cold hits it, you jump through the roof because your nerves are reacting to it."

Sensodyne goes into those little holes to get to the root of tooth sensitivity. It's working on the inside of the tooth. It's actually starting to soothe the nerve. Sensodyne blocks the feeling of sensitivity around the nerve and, with regular brushing, builds increasing protection against tooth sensitivity.

What are the triggers of tooth sensitivity?

Tooth sensitivity can be caused by gum recession, loss of enamel, damage to teeth and gums. Temporary tooth sensitivity can be caused by cosmetic whitening treatments. Sensitive teeth can hurt as a reaction to cold foods or beverages, hot foods or beverages, sweet or sour (acidic) foods, plaque and bacteria, chemical stimulus, or dry mouth.

If you experience pain due to these or other stimuli, talk to your dentist or hygienist. With their help, there’s a lot you can do to help relieve sensitive tooth pain.

How effective is Sensodyne against tooth sensitivity?

The effectiveness of Sensodyne depends on how you use it and how long you use it. Sensodyne should be used twice a day everyday to ensure maximum effectiveness against tooth sensitivity. You should start to notice a difference in as little as two weeks. Your dental professional may recommend that you use Sensodyne as your regular everyday toothpaste because tooth sensitivity is frequently a recurring condition.