Sensodyne Science: Potassium Nitrate Formulations
The products in the Sensodyne essential care range, such as Deep Clean Gel and Sensodyne Nourish, are formulated with potassium nitrate.
Potassium nitrate builds soothing protection by desensitising the nerve inside the tooth.*1,2
*With twice daily brushing
Potassium nitrate formulations build protection over time to help desensitise nerves in tooth pulp*3–6
Sensodyne potassium nitrate formulations contain 5% potassium nitrate, an ingredient that is clinically proven to relieve the pain of sensitivity with twice daily use:3–6
- Potassium ions can travel into exposed dentine tubules3-6
- Potassium nitrate works by depolarising sensory nerves in the tooth leading to them being less responsive3–6
*With twice daily use
Potassium nitrate desensitises nerves by exposing the nerves to potassium ions, making nerves less responsive to potentially painful stimuli.3–8
Potassium nitrate works inside dentine to target the source of the sensitivity.3–8
Sensodyne Product Range Containing Potassium Nitrate
24/7 care for sensitivity*
Products in our essential care range, such as Sensodyne Deep Clean Gel toothpaste, are powered by potassium nitrate.
*With twice daily brushing
Sensodyne Nourish
The Sensodyne Nourish range with bio-active minerals, strengthens and nourishes teeth while also protecting from sensitivity.
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