Orajel^® Sensitive Pain Relieving Products

Over 50 million adults suffer from dentinal hypersensitivity and it is one of the most common complaints dentists hear from their patients. In fact one out of every five adults claims to suffer pain caused by sensitive teeth and the onset of sensitive teeth can begin as early as their 20’s. The teeth most commonly affected are “canines” and “premolars”.

Sensitive teeth pain occurs when exposed sensory nerves in the tooth react to various stimuli. The layer of the tooth under the enamel is called the “dentin”. Microscopic tubules act like tiny straws located in the dentin. They contain fluid and nerve endings. Dentin can be exposed as gum tissue recedes as part of the aging process or when the enamel is worn away – or from aggressive tooth brushing. When stimuli like cold food or beverages or contact is made with the exposed dentin, they cause the fluid in the dentinal tubules to move rapidly outward, resulting in sensitive teeth pain.

Those suffering from tactile (touch) tooth sensitivity can cause improper brushing which could lead to a progression of problems including plaque buildup, gingivitis, periodontal disease, and eventually tooth loss.

Stimuli that can lead to pain from sensitive teeth are the following:

• Cold or hot foods or beverages
• Contact with exposed dentin
• Cosmetic whitening / bleaching
• Overly aggressive brushing causing tooth abrasion
• Receding gums
• Plaque and bacteria
• Gingivitis
• Periodontal disease
• Teeth clenching or grinding
• Dry mouth
• Cracked or chipped teeth

		Orajel Advanced Tooth Desensitizer 3 Month Relief of Painful Sensitive Teeth Orajel Advanced Tooth Desensitizer is a state-of-the-art treatment for pain from dentinal hypersensitivity. It is the next generation of how to treat pain from sensitive teeth.
		Orajel Sensitive Pain Relieving Toothpaste Orajel Sensitive Pain Relieving Toothpaste is specially formulated to meet the needs of adults with receding gums, because it not only relieves sensitivity pain, but also provides the maximum fluoride protection available.