Reija CARMEN LOPEZ, degree in Pharmacy and Graduate in Optics That feeling of pain is very annoying because it affects not only the mouth but also the head, leaving severely limited for any common task and forcing us to take painkillers do not always prove effective. Of course, it is advisable to go to the dentist to discover the origin of our evil and tell us the guidelines to follow, but, anyway, the best thing is prevention, ie completing the visits we have recommended and caring cleaning the area thoroughly.
No one doubts the need for good oral hygiene to protect teeth and prevent tooth decay, but not everyone is aware that, in addition, we cherish the gums or the enamel, clean the mouth, etc., Which are essential to achieve a complete dental health.
The dentist is responsible for the care of these organizational structures and orient knows about our needs perfectly. We use the products we recommend and follow their advice, as each patient is different and age also determines the suitability of many toothpastes, mouthwashes, gels, etc ... that abound in the pharmaceutical market and have different actions depending on their chemical composition.
A common problem in people over 30 years is the sensitivity and receding gums and tooth enamel loss. Many times we know we are not having this problem but noticed a sharp pain and sensitive teeth to cold, heat, brushing, etc.., Which are the symptoms of dentin hyperesthesia. At other times, the patient is very sensitive to the treatments performed at the dental clinic (fillings, root canals, cleaning, etc. ..) precisely because of this excess sensitivity or gum recession. Also occur in people who have reduced the amount of tooth enamel by the existence of caries, abrasion or a systemic process that affects softening their teeth and promotes the stimulation of nerve endings in that area.
For these cases recommend using a specific toothpaste should have a desensitizing effect and promote remineralization of parts. Its chemical composition include:
-Fluorine remineralizes, protects against cavities and prevents sensitivity.
, Potassium nitrate, which reduces sensitivity.
-Xylitol as a sweetener that does not cause cavities and remineralize.
Excipients non-abrasive to avoid scratching the enamel favoring the appearance of cavities.
Furthermore, use a suitable brush that is specific for sensitive teeth, not can be very hard and must be used from the gum towards the tooth to reduce the pressure against it, without limiting the cleaned area. In closing, a mouthwash for tooth sensitivity indicated that mineral intake and reduce tenderness.
There are many different brands on the market and I do not like to advertise in any of them but, in this case, the Sensi proven Lacer goodness leads me to refer to it. The laboratory is prestigious and produces several interesting products for the care of the teeth with a very studied composition for protecting our teeth.
Consultation with the specialist and go to the pharmacy where you can help choose the right one for you within the wide range of products sold. Your continued use will prevent future problems and resolve the current situation you are facing.