BioMin F: Sensitivity toothpaste

Sensitive teeth affect up to 40% of adults and is caused by small holes (tubules) in the tooth exposed from aging, gum disease, decay and whitening treatments.

The common treatment to fix sensitive teeth is to use a certified sensitivity toothpaste. These can either work as a numbing agent such as (potassium nitrate) or help to cover or occlude the tubule to stop the nerve be stimulated and pain being felt.

With the help of Dr Gillam (renowned sensitivity expert) BioMin was designed to enter the tubule and help seal from within for a ‘more complete’ seal and better sensitivity reduction.  Around 50% of BioMin’s particles can enter the exposed tubule, forming an acid resistant (fluorapatite) seal. Many regular toothpastes simply cover over the tubule, which when exposed to acids can break and fail.

BioMin helping to seal tubules to fix sensitivity pain

BioMin Sensitivity FAQs

How long before my sensitivity reduces?

BioMin works to internally seal the tooth rather than cover over. Like a bucket it takes longer to fill up than just put a lid on it. Everybody is different some people will see an improvement in 1 to 2 days, generally give BioMin a week or two. (most sensitivity toothpaste are the same). The sensitivity pain should continue to reduce over time. Note If pain does persist please see a dentist there might be a problem that needs diagnosis.

^{Adapted chart source: Clinical Comparison of 5% Fluoro Calcium Phosphosilicate Versus 5% Calcium Sodium Phosphosilicate In the Treatment of Dentinal Hypersensitivity}

Which product BioMin F or BioMin C?

If you are anti fluoride, then BioMin C is the product for you. Though do note that BioMin F uses about 60% less fluoride than regular toothpaste.  For the best performance we recommend BioMin F or BioMin F for Kids (same active ingredient). BioMin F creates fluorapatite (the optimal tooth material) which is 10 X more acid resistant than hydroxyapatite created by BioMin C. In University testing BioMin C still showed a high level of ‘occluded’ or sealed tubules, BioMin F was higher.

My sensitivity is not reducing what do I do?

Are you using BioMin F as per the instructions, i.e. do not rinse. If you use mouthwash use it before brushing and avoid acidic mouthwash. Reduce consumption of acidic foods (foods that are acidic when you eat them, not cause acidity). If sensitivity continues please see your dentist, there may be an underlying problem that needs to be fixed.