Some patients may experience tooth sensitivity when using tartar control toothpaste, but the good news is that when they stop using toothpaste, sensitivity disappears.
“Dentists and hygienists often advise patients to use tartar control toothpaste, especially after cleaning, to help prevent accumulation of tartar that may cause gum disease,” said William Cutler, a spokesperson for the College of Dentistry Dental College (AGD), DDS. "But after using dental calculus to control toothpaste, about 10% to 20% of patients complain of tooth sensitivity, so we recommend that they stop using it."
"For those who are sensitive to teeth, it is recommended to avoid the use of tartar control toothpaste and use regular fluoride toothpaste," Dr. Kuttler said. “But for those who are not sensitive, tartar control toothpaste can greatly reduce the accumulation of tartar, but check with your dentist that you may not need a tartar control cream.
The ingredients found in some whitening toothpastes also cause tooth sensitivity, which affects approximately 40 million adults in the United States.
