Exposure of the dentin can occur due to a number of factors. Some of the more common reasons are:

• Gum recession due to age or improper tooth brushing
• Acidic beverages (such as soda) that cause enamel erosion and dentin exposure
• Tooth grinding – this may actually cause most or all of the teeth to feel sensitive
• Brushing with a very abrasive toothpaste, brushing incorrectly and/or brushing more than three times a day could result in a loss of enamel
• Gum disease, which can result in gum recession
• A chipped or fractured tooth may expose the dentin

In addition, some dental treatments can cause sensitivity. Treatments such as such as teeth whitening, professional dental cleanings, having braces put on or getting a filling placed have been known to cause sensitivity during or after the procedure.

The first step in doing something about dental sensitivity is to find out what the cause is – a dental professional can help you with this. If the sensitivity is due to exposed dentin, there are a number of steps you can take, as can your dental professional, to help reduce the sensitivity. These can include:

• Using a very soft bristle tooth brush
• Brushing correctly to help prevent abrasion of the enamel and recession of the gums
• Using a toothpaste specially formulated to help reduce sensitivity

The dental professional can:

• Apply a fluoride varnish on the sensitive areas to help strengthen the tooth
• Prescribe a high fluoride tooth paste to use every day
• Place a dental restoration to build up the areas that have lost enamel

In the end, whether you need an in-office procedure or over-the-counter products, the most important step is to see a dental professional so that he or she can determine the cause of the tooth sensitivity and help you find a solution that will work.

The potassium ion in Dentosafe medicated toothpaste are reported to work by blocking the synapse between the nerve cells, reducing nerve excitation and the associated pain. Research has proven efficacy of 5% KNO3 in Dentosafe medicated toothpaste obliterating the tubules. If the radius of the tubuli is reduce via obliteration, the fluid flow within the tubuli falls, ultimately reducing dentine hyper sensitivity.

The practice of cleaning the human mouth and human teeth has been known to be completed in different ways, most common of all is tooth brushing. Brushing ones teeth has been a dental care concept for many years, known to have been observed in the ancient Egyptians. The act of toothbrushing normally consists of two tools, a toothbrush, and toothpaste. A toothbrush consists of a handle which has fiber bristles on one end, this brush is used scrub the teeth. Toothpaste is a gel paste often applied to the toothbrush to enhance oral hygiene, toothpastes have also been known to have another usage, which is to beautify teeth

The active ingredients in dentosafe medicated toothpaste include sodium monofluorophosphate & potassium nitrate. It is the specific compound that influences the minerals already present in the saliva to crystallize and cover the pores in the tooth. After a few weeks of using the toothpaste, the tooth should be less sensitive. Aggressive brushing with a hard bristle tooth brush may wear away the coating of the tooth, which will cause the sensitivity to return.

Gum disease, or gingivitis, is inflammation of the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth and is most commonly a result of poor dental hygiene. Gingivitis is a very common condition and varies widely in severity. It is characterized by red, swollen gums that bleed easily when teeth are brushed or flossed. Gingivitis is not the same thing as periodontitis, although sometimes a person may be affected by both.

Gum disease is mostly caused by improper oral hygiene which allows bacteria in plaque and calculus to remain on the teeth and infect the gums. But there are other factors that increase the risk of developing gingivitis. Some examples are the following:

• Smoking or chewing tobacco prevents the gum tissue from being able to heal.
• Crooked, rotated, or overlapping teeth create more areas for plaque and calculus to accumulate and are harder to keep clean.
• Hormonal changes in puberty, pregnancy, and menopause typically correlate with a rise in gingivitis. The increase in hormones causes the blood vessels in the gums to be more susceptible to bacterial and chemical attack.
• Stress impairs the body's immune response to bacterial invasion.
• Mouth breathing can be harsh on the gums when they aren't protected by the lips, causing chronic irritation and inflammation.
• Poor nutrition such as a diet high in sugar and carbohydrates and low in water intake will increase the formation of plaque. Also, a
• deficiency of important nutrients such as vitamin C will impair healing.
• Diabetes mellitus impairs circulation and the gums ability to heal.
• Medications such as antiseizure medications promote gum disease.

A healthy human mouth is home to more than 600 different types of bacteria and other micro organisms. Proteins in the saliva binds to the teeth surface to form a thin layer called as Pellicle. Various types of oral bacteria present in the mouth colonise the pellicle and forms a layer of Plaque. Large colonies of Bacteria are also found in the small crevices and grooves of the tongue surface. This progressively thickening layer of plaque and the bacterial colonies in the tongue surface are primarily responsible for most of the oral health issues. The active ingredients in dentosafe medicated toothpaste include sodium monofluorophosphate & potassium nitrate. It is the specific compound that influences the minerals already present in the saliva to crystallize and cover the pores in the tooth.