
Are you suffering from sensitive teeth? Do hot or cold food and drinks hurt your teeth and gums? If so, you’ll be happy to know that there’s foam toothpaste designed specifically to help sensitive teeth called Proxabrush Sensitive Toothpaste. This product works by providing cushioning between your teeth and the food and drinks you consume, preventing the pain associated with sensitivity from occurring in the first place.
What Causes Sensitivity
When teeth are sensitive, they are exposed to temperature changes which can make them hurt or feel tender. This can be an annoying feeling that makes you not want to eat cold food or drink a hot beverage. Aside from temperature, things like acidity, whitening toothpastes and root canal treatment also cause sensitivity in your teeth. There is a solution to tooth sensitivity: foam toothpaste! It’s designed for people with sensitive teeth and works by coating your teeth with protective foam that shields them from harsh stimuli. You’ll be able to enjoy acidic drinks and hot foods again! So how does it work? Foam toothpaste contains ingredients such as calcium carbonate, silica and fluoride that form a layer of protection on your teeth. These ingredients act as insulation against heat and cold so you won’t have to worry about eating something too hot or icy anymore. With foam toothpaste, you get relief from painful sensations while getting all of the benefits of regular toothpaste. What type of foam toothpaste should I use? If you have sensitive teeth, there are two types of foam toothpastes available on store shelves today: traditional foam and micro-bubble foam.
How Do I Know If I Have Sensitive Teeth?
Many people believe that having sensitive teeth is an indicator of something else. It’s not! Believe it or not, you can have sensitive teeth without any other visible signs. If you suspect that you have sensitive teeth, here are a few ways to figure out if your fears are true: 1. Put a dab of foam toothpaste on your tongue and let it dissolve overnight. If your tongue hurts when you brush your teeth in the morning, chances are good that you have sensitive teeth. 2. Bite into a lemon slice and hold it in place for 30 seconds. If your mouth is sore after removing it, chances are good that you have tender gums and/or some sensitivity issues going on as well! 3. Take a bite of ice cream and chew it slowly for about 10 minutes. If your teeth hurt afterward, there’s a pretty good chance that you have some kind of sensitivity issue going on. 4. Take two pieces of uncooked spaghetti (without sauce) and rub them together between your fingers until they turn white from friction—then bite down on them gently. This test will help you determine whether or not you have any kind of nerve damage in your teeth; if they hurt afterward, then yes—you probably do! 5. You may also want to check with your dentist—they may be able to give you more information about what might be causing these symptoms.
Causes of Sensitivity (Non-Dental Problems)
So how did my teeth become sensitive to hot and cold? There are many different causes of sensitivity. It could be due to gum recession, cracks in your teeth, receding gums, or thinning enamel. These cause problems for many people who don’t have a cavity or root canal tooth problems. Sometimes sensitivity can actually be caused by an underlying medical problem such as diabetes or acid reflux disease (GERD). Fluoride can also make your teeth more sensitive, so if you’re using fluoridated toothpaste it might not be causing your sensitivity. You should consult with a dentist about which toothpastes will help protect against future dental decay without making your sensitive teeth worse. If you want to use foam toothpaste because it makes your mouth feel fresh and clean then try one that doesn’t contain fluoride. I personally like peppermint flavored non-fluoride toothpaste, but there are lots of other flavors available too.
4 Practical Tips to Reduce Your Sensitivity
What makes foam toothpaste especially effective for people with sensitive teeth is that it’s specially formulated to be gentle and soothing. Many varieties contain ingredients like aloe, chamomile, peppermint, and even tea tree oil—all common mouthwashes used to soothe inflamed or injured gums. Of course, if you’re going to go with a specialty toothpaste to treat your sensitive teeth, then it pays to pick one that doesn’t make your mouth feel irritated afterward. But how do you know which ones fit that bill? Here are four practical tips to help you find foam toothpaste that works for sensitive teeth:
1) Look for sensitive in the name: One of our favorite brands of foam toothpaste is Oral B Pro-Health For Me Anti-Bacterial Toothpaste (Extra Fresh). It contains natural ingredients such as xylitol, and also has fluoride, an ingredient proven to reduce sensitivity. Xylitol also helps prevent cavities by preventing bacteria from sticking to your teeth. And if you’re looking for something without fluoride, check out Tom’s of Maine Antiplaque & Whitening Fluoride Free Minty Fresh Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste (Cool Mint). This brand uses baking soda instead of fluoride as its main ingredient. If you’re looking for a completely natural option, look for toothpaste with organic ingredients and no harsh synthetic chemicals.
2) Test the taste: Many people who suffer from sensitive teeth use foam toothpaste with flavors that make their mouths feel numb. This helps them get through the day, and we understand why—all the different tastes are just a ton of fun! But test an unopened tube before you use it. You might find a flavor that leaves your mouth feeling super-sensitive. Or, you might discover that your sensitive teeth are so bad that even minty toothpaste is too much for them to handle (and then there’s no point). Try an unscented toothpaste first, and if that doesn’t work, move on to various flavors.
3) Try a mouthwash too: Many toothpastes include ingredients like xylitol (see the above tip) or glycerin (usually in a mouthwash—try a strength that doesn’t contain alcohol). A combination of both will have the most powerful effects because they can also help clear up your inflamed gums. The best brand is Colgate Total Tooth Care Mouth rinse with Xylitol (original flavor).
4) Keep experimenting: Sensitive teeth are a tricky problem, and if foam toothpaste aren’t helping, you might want to see a dentist about getting them professionally cleaned. You can also try various other solutions, like replacing your toothbrush with a sonic one or trying a new style of floss or interdental brush. But if foam toothpaste still isn’t working for you, then you can always move on to the next phase—cold- and heat-sensitive toothpastes.
Have you ever heard the saying, “For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction?” Well that certainly holds true when it comes to mouthwash—or any mouthwash for that matter.