Sensodyne Extra Whitening Toothpaste

Name: Sensodyne Extra Whitening Toothpaste
Brand: Sensodyne
Rating: 4.5 (99 reviews)

Extra Whitening

Sensodyne is the #1 dentist recommended brand for sensitive teeth

Helps whiten teeth*
Prevents tartar build-up above the gum line*
Freshens breath
SLS Free**
Fights cavities and tooth decay*
Contains fluoride
Sensitivity relief* and lasting sensitivity protection*

Sensodyne Extra Whitening toothpaste helps remove stains for a whiter smile* while calming the nerves deep inside the tooth* for 24-hour sensitivity relief*—and it helps stop sensitivity pain from coming back.*

*With twice-daily brushing
**Sodium lauryl sulfate free

Active Ingredients

Potassium nitrate 5%; Sodium fluoride 0.24% (0.15% w/v fluoride ion)

Inactive Ingredients

water, hydrated silica, sorbitol, glycerin, pentasodium triphosphate, PEG-8, flavor, titanium dioxide, cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, xanthan gum, sodium hydroxide, sodium saccharin, sucralose

How Sensodyne Extra Whitening Toothpaste Works

Video explaining tooth sensitivity and how Sensodyne relieves pain

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Learn what causes tooth sensitivity and how Sensodyne whitening toothpastes with potassium nitrate treat sensitive teeth and prevent sensitivity pain from coming back.

Adults and children 12 years of age and older:

Apply at least a 1-inch strip of product onto a soft-bristled toothbrush.
Brush teeth thoroughly for at least 1 minute twice a day (morning and evening), and not more than 3 times a day, or as recommended by a dentist or doctor. Make sure to brush all sensitive areas of the teeth. Minimize swallowing. Spit out after brushing.

Children under 12 years of age:

Consult a dentist or doctor.

When using this product, if irritation occurs discontinue use.

Stop use and ask a dentist if:

Sensitivity persists or worsens. Sensitive teeth may indicate a serious problem that may need prompt care by a dentist.
Pain/sensitivity still persists after 4 weeks of use.

Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Does it really whiten teeth?

Yes, this product helps to gently whiten the teeth with twice daily brushing.
What is the whitening agent?

The “whitening agent” is an inactive ingredient called pentasodium triphosphate for stain prevention and removal with twice-daily brushing.
Is Sensodyne Extra Whitening toothpaste SLS-free?

This does not contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and is an SLS-free toothpaste.
Can people with gum issues use this?

This product is primarily for sensitive teeth, meaning it’s generally safe for most individuals. Consult your dentist for any concerns you may have with this product.

Customer Review

“My teeth immediately felt ‘just from the dentist’ clean even though I am a heavy coffee consumer. It was gentle enough to not irritate my gums but effective in whitening and cleaning.”

–Lisargiles, Selma, AL