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Introduction About SENSODENT K DENTAL CREAM
Sensodent K Dental Cream is an Antisensitivity dental cream used to manage acute or short-term painful sensitivity of the teeth to colds, sour, sweets. It contains Potassium Nitrate as an active ingredient.
Potassium Nitrate works by desensitising the nerve inside the tooth making them irresponsive to sensitivity stimuli (Ex. cold water, hot coffee, etc.)
Use Sensodent K Dental Cream as advised by your doctor. It is for dental use only. Apply at least a 1-inch strip of Sensodent K Dental Cream onto a soft bristle toothbrush. Brush teeth thoroughly for at least 1 minute twice a day (morning and evening) or as recommended by a dentist. Make sure to brush all sensitive areas of the teeth. Do not swallow it.
Key Composition
- Potassium nitrate
Therapeutic Uses Of SENSODENT K DENTAL CREAM
- Manage acute or short-term painful sensitivity of the teeth
Side Effects Of SENSODENT K DENTAL CREAM
Consult your doctor if you notice any unusual side effects while using Sensodent K Dental Cream.
Safety Advice
- Use Sensodent K Dental Cream as advised by your doctor
- It is for dental use only
- Apply at least a 1-inch strip of Sensodent K Dental Cream onto a soft bristle toothbrush
- Brush teeth thoroughly for at least 1 minute twice a day (morning and evening) or as recommended by a dentist
- Make sure to brush all sensitive areas of the teeth
- Do not swallow it
- Do not use if you are allergic to any of its components
- Children less than the age of 12, should only use Sensodent K Dental Cream after consulting a dentist
- Inform your dentist about all the medicines that you use, including prescription, over-the-counter medications, and herbal supplements
More Information
- Keep out of reach of children
- Protect from heat
FAQs About SENSODENT K DENTAL CREAM
Q: Why should I use Sensodent K Dental Cream?
A. If you feel pain and sensitivity while taking hot, cold or acidic things or experience sensitivity when your teeth come in contact with something, use Sensodent K Dental Cream as it contains Potassium Nitrate which reduces the painful sensitivity of the teeth.
Q: How should I use Sensodent K Dental Cream?
A: Use Sensodent K Dental Cream as advised by your doctor. It is for dental use only. Apply at least a 1-inch strip of cream onto soft bristle toothbrush. Brush teeth thoroughly for at least 1 minute twice a day (morning and evening) or as recommended by a dentist. Make sure to brush all sensitive areas of the teeth. Do not swallow it.
Q: Can children use Sensodent K Dental Cream?
A: Sensodent K Dental Cream is not to be used in children below 12 years of age unless told by the doctor. Consult with your doctor before using it.
Q. What to do if someone swallows Sensodent K Dental Cream?
A. Sensodent K Dental Cream is only for external usage. Do not swallow it. However, if someone accidently swallows it, rush to the hospital and consult a doctor immediately.
Q: What extra measures should I take to manage the sensitivity of teeth along with using Sensodent K Dental Cream?
A: Teeth sensitivity can be managed by following good oral hygiene methods. Brush your teeth regularly with Sensodent K Dental Cream. Use a soft toothbrush and take care that tooth-brushing is not done too vigorously as rough and over-brushing can lead to recession of gums which can cause the exposure of a soft and sensitive layer of the tooth called dentin. Also, it is advised to avoid consuming acidic substances such as lime juice, coffee regularly, as it can cause the hard protective layer of the tooth called enamel to erode away.
Q: How fast does Sensodent K Dental Cream works?
A: Sensodent K Dental Cream provides relief within two weeks and continues to build with twice-daily brushing. Contact your doctor if pain/sensitivity persists after 4 weeks.
References
1. https://www.indoco.com/product-lists/formulations/warren-ace-prdts.htm
2. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=53a756e4-505b-6042-e054-00144ff8d46c&type=display
3. https://www.gskhealthpartner.com/en-us/oral-health/brands/sensodyne/science/potassium-nitrate/
4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3908806/#
5. https://www.dentalcare.com/en-us/ce-courses/ce200/potassium-nitrate-dentifrice
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