{"id":1327,"date":"2021-07-15T07:37:35","date_gmt":"2021-07-15T11:37:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/?p=1327"},"modified":"2021-08-01T00:39:59","modified_gmt":"2021-08-01T04:39:59","slug":"teeth-still-sensitive-sensodyne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/teeth-still-sensitive-sensodyne\/","title":{"rendered":"My teeth are still sensitive even with Sensodyne"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I\u2019ve been using Sensodyne toothpaste for over a month because my teeth are sensitive. I have root exposure on a lot of the teeth. Sensodyne isn\u2019t helping, though. What else can I do? I am waiting to get the sensitivity under control before I get teeth whitening from my dentist. I want in-office whitening because it is fast. And I think that if I have to whiten my teeth at home, I probably won\u2019t finish the entire two weeks. I am forgetful. But if I need to switch from Sensodyne to another brand, that\u2019s doable. Thanks. &#8211; Gene<\/p>\n<p>Gene,<\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Please tell your dentist Sensodyne isn\u2019t decreasing the sensitivity in your teeth. They can prescribe fluoride toothpaste. Try the prescription fluoride toothpaste for six weeks to determine if it will minimize the sensitivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Options to Decrease Teeth Sensitivity<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When your teeth are sensitive, and toothpaste like Sensodyne does not work, your dentist can try other methods.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Fluoride varnish<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 Your dentist can apply fluoride varnish applied to the exposed roots. You can get varnish treatments after dental cleanings\u2014usually every six months. Your dental insurance may not cover it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Composite fillings<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 Your dentist can blend dental composite to match to cover the exposed roots. You will get instant relief. Dental insurance will probably provide some benefits, along with your copay. But after teeth whitening treatment, your teeth will be whiter than the composite, so depending on the length of your smile, your dentist may need to lighten the composite.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Gum grafting<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 If receding gums contribute to tooth-root exposure, your dentist may perform a graft to cover the roots and decrease sensitivity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_745\" style=\"width: 360px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-745\" class=\"size-full wp-image-745\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/teeth-whitening-trays-lowell-ma.jpg\" alt=\"Photo of teeth whitening trays in a case, for information on DIY teeth whitening from Lowell, MA dentist Dr. Michael Szarek.\" width=\"350\" height=\"245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/teeth-whitening-trays-lowell-ma.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/teeth-whitening-trays-lowell-ma-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-745\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Resolve tooth sensitivity before whitening your teeth<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your dentist will discuss your options with you. Be patient and ensure the treatment gives you lasting results. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/teeth-whitening\/\">Don\u2019t rush bleaching your teeth<\/a> because it can increase sensitivity in your teeth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This post is sponsored by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\">accredited cosmetic dentist Michael Szarek, DMD<\/a>, of Lowell, MA.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I\u2019ve been using Sensodyne toothpaste for over a month because my teeth are sensitive. I have root exposure on a lot of the teeth. Sensodyne isn\u2019t helping, though. What else can I do? I am waiting to get the sensitivity under control before I get teeth whitening from my dentist. 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