Cure Sensitive Teeth Without Sensodyne
Jun 26th 2009 · by Catherine Osthaus
I have thought for years that I would be stuck using Sensodyne toothpaste for my extremely sensitive teeth. Whenever I have tried to switch toothpastes to a natural toothpaste, my teeth would start hurting within 2 days. They would hurt so much that even breathing air through my mouth would cause extreme pain. I was also sensitive to hot and cold foods and even walking would cause my teeth to feel like they would fall out. Weird, I know. Lately even with the use of Sensodyne, my teeth were hurting when I was eating my lacto-fermented Sauerkraut. I was even considering blending my kraut in a blender and drinking it with a straw.
Learning about Weston A. Price and his work I understand that many traditional cultures did not use toothpaste or even brushed their teeth. They ate a nutrient rich diet high in seafoods, organ meats, mineral rich broths, healthy saturated fats and properly prepared grains (soaked, sprouted or sour leavened). These traditional cultures had near perfect teeth (free of dental decay and perfectly aligned teeth) without the help of toothpaste or braces.
I was stumbled across a “toothsoap” video that explains how toothpaste can inhibit remineralization. I was taken aback by the discovery that the glycerin in toothpaste can inhibit remineralization of the teeth.
My children are not regular users of toothpaste either. My oldest has used natural toothpaste on and off in her young life. But my youngest hates toothpaste and just brushes with water. Both girls have no cavities or decay. So I set aside my Sensodyne toothpaste and created my own with Coconut Oil.
Coconut Oil Toothpaste
1 teaspoon of coconut oil
1/8th teaspoon baking soda
2 drops of stevia
3-5 drops of peppermint oil
Mix all ingredients together and store in a small jar.
I have been using this toothpaste for 2 weeks. The coconut oil makes your mouth feel moisturized and your teeth very polished.
I have no sensitive teeth and I can eat my sauerkraut without pain!
This post is part of Fight Back Fridays hosted by Food Renegade
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Oh cool. I’ve been using water only for about five years now, but this is a great idea for the kids!
Thanks for sharing this in today’s Fight Back Fridays carnival.
Cheers,
KristenM
(AKA FoodRenegade)
Thanks for posting this! I’ve been thinking about switching to tooth soap for awhile now but just didn’t know what to mix together. Your post saves me that trouble!
Soap is best to use on teeth for optimum remineralization. Added glycerin in toothpaste does leave a sticky coating on the teeth preventing remineralization, but so do oils and other substances that stick to the teeth. The teeth need to be completely clean at all times so that saliva, in the proper pH range (neutral 7-7.5) can bathe the teeth in calcium and phosphorus, thus facilitating the remineralization process.
I had very sensitive teeth since childhood. I started using Eco-Dent original mint years ago. I was surprised that my sensitivity gradually disappeared. I am allergic to glycerin so stopped using anything with it. My teeth are remineralized. I can even eat ice cream now….
I’m so excited to have found this post! My teeth have gotten worse and worse, with increased sensitivity, chipping and cavities, over the years.
I’ve made massive changes to my diet (Weston Price foundation style) and have been wondering what to do for my teeth.
Thanks so much!
I was wanting to try this but have not idea how to “use” it. Do you pour a little on your toothbrush, or do you dip your toothbrush in (doesn’t seem very sanitary)?
The coconut oil is a potent anti-microbial, anti-fungal and anti-viral. The recipe makes about a teaspoon and it will last you about 7-14 days. I use less then a pea size for brushing (by dipping the toothbrush).
It has been a month since tossing my toothpaste and have not had any more tooth pain.
Thanks much for this recipe! Looking forward to trying it. Questions: a) Have you doubled/tripled this recipe or is there a reason you make it in small amounts? b) What kind of peppermint oil do you use? I have the NOW brand in my cabinet but have been warned to use only “food-grade” essential oils in the mouth. Any help would be great–thanks again!
Hi Julie!
I make a small amount because it fits in my nice small jar. However you can double or triple this recipe if you like. I also use NOW brand peppermint oil and their website says that you can take it internally if you dilute it.
That is nice to now finally find a web site where the blogger is very knowledgable.
Thank you for the great advice! I just had to get a molar extracted due to a bad filling/cavity. The pain I felt for the last two weeks was unbearable!!! Literally, blinding debilitating pain. Now, I have found that I am much more sensitive to the other nerve pains in my teeth and have found several remedies like this one online. I am excited to try this one out! Thank you.
Have you heard of Tea Tree oil or Melaleuca oil? It has tons of great natural uses and the properties in the oil have tons of uses. You should check it out!
thanks much for sharing this. my sensitive teeth are like yours, even air at the wrong temp can make them hurt(and room temperature water too). nice to know I’m not the only one with this. it is weird, and most people don’t “get” it, don’t realize how all consuming it is. I’ve tried many pastes, natural, regular, and dentist recommended, but none have made any difference. I will try making my own paste – wish me luck!