Tom's of Maine toothpastes?!
Question: When I buy a tartar control toothpaste, I find that my teeth start to hurt. I don't bother with them at all. However, Tom's of Maine makes a toothpaste I'd like to try. I'm wondering if anyone who's tried the ones with tartar control had problems with sensitivity, or if there was none due to the fact that this is supposed to be "natural" toothpaste.
Answers: When I buy a tartar control toothpaste, I find that my teeth start to hurt. I don't bother with them at all. However, Tom's of Maine makes a toothpaste I'd like to try. I'm wondering if anyone who's tried the ones with tartar control had problems with sensitivity, or if there was none due to the fact that this is supposed to be "natural" toothpaste.
Most tartar control toothpastes contain sodium pyrophosphate. For many people, this can cause tooth sensitivity or burning feeling in the mouth. Tom's of Maine contains a natural substance called zinc citrate to inhibit the calcification of plaque.
So...if it's the sodium pyrophosphate that's causing your sensitivity, then yes, you should be just fine with Tom's.
I haven't had any sensitivity with Tom's toothpastes... make sure you are using a paste with no baking soda or abrasive ingredients (like what you would find in a whitening toothpaste) as both can contribute to sensitivity.
You could try Tom's of Maine's, but i doubt you'll find one for sensitivity. A really great toothpaste I recommend for sensitivity is Sensodyne, in just three days (I promise) your teeth will feel less sensitive; teeth are often prone to sensitivity because of all the acids in our food and especially in our drinks, Sensodyne helps reduce the effects of acid wear. I used this toothpaste and it was amazing - loved it!!