Sensodyne - Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth

Sensodyne is a brand of toothpaste specifically formulated for individuals with sensitive teeth. It helps desensitize the teeth by blocking pain signals and provides relief from tooth sensitivity to hot, cold, and sweet stimuli.

Sensodyne FAQ

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What is Sensodyne toothpaste?

Why Sensodyne? Sensodyne toothpaste is the No.1 brand for sensitive teeth.¹ For nearly 60 years, Sensodyne has created unique formulations to help people overcome tooth sensitivity pain while still providing the benefits of fluoride, for cavity protection, fresh breath, and whitening to help maintain healthy teeth.

Can you use Sensodyne for sensitive teeth?

Use Sensodyne as your daily toothpaste, brushing twice a day, every day, for lasting care for sensitive teeth. With Sensodyne, you can also get the benefits of fluoride, cavity protection, and fresh breath to help you maintain healthy and sensitivity-free teeth.

How does Sensodyne work?

Sensodyne is owned by Haleon and is marketed under the name Shumitect in Japan. Sensodyne toothpastes work in different ways depending on the product's active ingredient—potassium nitrate, strontium acetate/chloride. Potassium nitrate: The potassium ion hyperpolarizes the nerve and stops it from firing.

Does Sensodyne help sensitivity pain?

Sensodyne offers a range of toothpastes for sensitive teeth pain relief, with stannous fluoride or potassium nitrate as a desensitizing ingredient. Potassium nitrate soothes the nerves inside your teeth, preventing them from sending pain signals from sensitivity pain triggers such as a burst of cold air or hot coffee.

Is Sensodyne good for sensitive teeth?

Sensodyne is proven to relieve sensitive teeth, and with twice daily brushing everyday, it provides 24/7 protection from sensitivity, plus all the benefits you would expect from a daily toothpaste - strong teeth, healthy gums and fresh breath.

Does Sensodyne rapid relief help with sensitivity pain?

Sensodyne Rapid Relief toothpastes provide proven pain relief in just 3 days with twice daily brushing. Their unique formulation with stannous fluoride builds a protective barrier over sensitive areas of your teeth, so you can beat sensitivity pain fast—and keep it from coming back. *With twice daily brushing

How long does sensitivity last after using Sensodyne?

However, if pain/sensitivity still persists after 4 weeks of use, visit your dentist as your sensitive teeth may indicate a more serious problem. To maintain sensitivity relief, continue to use Sensodyne twice a day as your daily toothpaste.