Sensitive teeth

geri1965_2

Does anyone suffer from this and if so, what toothpaste do you use?

Mine have been really sensitive on one side for a couple of months now (actually painful). I've tried Sensodyne, which worked for a couple of weeks, but then it came back again and I've been using Arm & Hammer enamel care for sensitive teeth. I'm not convinced it's working as they still hurt, but maybe I need to give it more time.

I've seen my dentist and he can't see anything wrong with the teeth and says it's just one of those things.

Has anyone tried the one they are advertising on TV? I can't remember what it's called.

It's really doing my head in - they hurt if I eat anything cold or hot (even food that's warm is a problem) and if I'm outside and the cold air goes into my mouth, that hurts as well.

tru

I've tried every sensitive toothpaste going (except the one on TV ads at the mo - I can't remember what it's called either ) and the only one that works for me is Colgate Sensitive Whitening. I didn't have to wait to see if it worked, it made a huge difference the day I started using it.

My dad has sensitive teeth too, it doesn't work for him, he has to use Sensodyne.

I think it's one of things where you have to keep trying different brands til you find what suits you. I went through every other brand til I found one that worked, wish I'd tried Colgate first, it would have saved me a fortune

Toothsmith

Has he investigated the possibility that you might be grinding your teeth?

Has the sensitivity coincided with a stressful time? If so you might be grinding them at night, and the effects of that are felt as sensitivity during the day.

geri1965_2

No, nothing stressful going on and I don't grind my teeth (I'm sure my OH would have mentioned it if I had!)

I guess I will just have to try different toothpastes and see which are best.

Sobraon

Suggest a visit to a good dental hygienist (may need to be referred by dentist) could be a good investment. In my experience my hygienist takes a lot more time over this type of issue than the dentist possibly can ( although I do have to pay privately for the hygienist).

h007

i use colgate sensitive toothpaste
sensodyne made my teeth even more sensitive

violetta

I have MSE teeth that are most comfortable when I use either Asda or Wilko Sensitive toothpaste - if I go anywhere near the more expensive brands, like Sensodyne or Colgate, within a day I can tell my teeth are missing their cheapie sensitive toothpaste. My dentist says just to use what suits!

So I definitely agree that it is worth trying various brands to see if any make a difference for you.

welshdent

Each different type work in different ways so just because one doesnt work doesnt mean another wont. That includes the different types of sensodyne. Try different ones out and see what suits for you

maysmummy

Very cautiously, using only a very little bit of toothpaste, after brushing at bedtime, rub the toothpaste onto the sensitive area at the top of the tooth and leave overnight. It should improve in the morning.
Alternatively, consult your dentist who may be able to apply fluoride varnish to desensitise the area.
MM

welshdent

maysmummy wrote: »

Very cautiously, using only a very little bit of toothpaste, after brushing at bedtime, rub the toothpaste onto the sensitive area at the top of the tooth and leave overnight. It should improve in the morning.
Alternatively, consult your dentist who may be able to apply fluoride varnish to desensitise the area.
MM

In practice that seems to work nicely for me but I got hammered in uni suggesting that LOL. Seal and protect is a nice system for reducing sensitivity too.

Mrs_pbradley936

I suffer from sensitive teeth and use Sensodyne for brushing but I also squeeze a bit on to my finger now and then and rub it on my gums and not rinse after. That seems to hold it at bay.