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International versions of Sensodyne contain Novamin, which is a teeth-material-like compound that layers over your teeth to protect it. It has been proven in m
by dannyw 3y ago
International versions of Sensodyne contain Novamin, which is a teeth-material-like compound that layers over your teeth to protect it.
It has been proven in many clinical trials to not only reduce sensitivity, but also protect against tooth decay and cavities.
- lettergram 3y agoWhy isn’t it in the US?
- ars 3y agoSee here: https://medium.com/@ravenstine/the-curious-history-of-novamin-toothpaste-620c6bef8881 https://medium.com/@ravenstine/the-curious-history-of-novami... Basically FDA won't let them label it without studies. Other countries consider toothpaste a cosmetic and don't requite studies.
- klooney 3y agoYou can get it on Amazon, since they don't do a ton of vetting or enforcement. You can also get toothpaste with Biomin, a substantially similar deal (its manufacturer claims it's better). For me, novamin/biomin didn't seem to make a difference with tooth sensitivity.
- dotancohen 3y agoInteresting. I use Sensodyne for a completely unrelated reason: it does not contain Sodium Laurel Sulfate. I have not had a cavity in my entire life, and I'm over 45.
- 2rsf 3y agoWhat's the connection between the first and second claims you make? does SLS cause cavities?
- ianai 3y agoNot sure for them but SLS can irritate sensitive skin.
- puzzlingcaptcha 3y agoToothpaste with SLS causes ulceration (canker sores) in some individuals (myself included). See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aphthous_stomatitis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aphthous_stomatitis
- dotancohen 3y agoSLS does not cause cavities. I mention that I like this toothpaste due to the lack of SLS - not for the cavities prevention. But I've not had any cavities, so that is another datum on top of the others who mention using this toothpaste and not having dental problems.
- FalconSensei 3y agoI guess you need to pay more attention when you read: > I use Sensodyne for a completely unrelated reason
- Auracle 3y agoEver since I started brushing with Novamin my dentist has started being really positive about the condition of my teeth in a way I’ve never experienced - even though I haven’t had a cavity in at least 20 years. I didn’t tell him what I’ve been doing.