Question 1

which is stronger for tooth sensitivity, potassium nitrate vs stannous fluoride? anything stronger than those 2 ingredients?

Accepted Answer

: TCP  Tri-Calcium Phosphate with 5% Sodium Fluoride Varnish. See your dentist for this, made by BISCO.

Question 2

on librium taper last 25mg 2day.tooth pain motrin 600mg every 6-8hrs and rubbing sensodine on tooth allot.potassium nitrate in that. interactions?

Accepted Answer

No drug interactions: See your dentist for comprehensive examination, x-rays and tooth pain treatment. Also do not forget to bring current medication list with you. Take care.

Question 3

what is the difference between stannous fluoride and potassium nitrate?

Accepted Answer

SnF2 and KNO3: Stannous Fluoride is tin Fluoride and is used to fight cavities.  It is a chemical compound with the formula snf2. Potassium nitrate is a chemical compound with the formula kno3. Major uses of potassium nitrate are in fertilizers. They quite different in use and in their chemical composition.

Question 4

has sensodyne pronamel ever been known to cause heart palpaltations and a hard heart beat? the potassium nitrate in it?

Accepted Answer

Potassium nitrate: Hopefully you're not swallowing large quantities of this toothpaste or mouthwash?  Most likely you would get a very upset stomach first, before effects on your heartbeat.  But you don't want to swallow anything with inorganic Fluoride in it either.  http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/search/a?dbs+hsdb:@term+@docno+1227.

Question 5

will potassium nitrate protect enamel in toothpaste?

Accepted Answer

Toothpaste use: Potassium nitrate  is designed to reduce sensitivity by occluding the dentinal tubules in teeth. It doesn't have a specific role in protecting the enamel.

Question 6

i get fluoride varnish twice a year at my dentist but still suffer from sensitivity. at home which is the strongest ingredient for sensitivity, potassium nitrate vs stannous fluoride?

Accepted Answer

: Best to regularly use toothpaste for sensative teeth like Sensodyne. Over time your teeth will be less sensitive. In the meantime, avoid foods and temperature of fluids that bother your teeth.

Question 7

are potassium and sodium nitrate in processed meats carcinogenic? how often is it recommended you eat these preservatives and serving size?

Accepted Answer

Not Healthy food: Processed meats are not healthy food. it is to be avoided. so should Red meat be aavoided as these foods increase the risk for Cancer. You can eat plant based foods(fruits and vegies), Pasta and grains and Poultry meats. Fish is the best alternative. You can supplement this with Soy products like Tofu and Eggs. You can also use Plant Nuts as a good source of Proteins(in place of meats).

Question 8

how do i apply liquid form of silver nitrate to a mouth ulcer on the tip of my tongue?

Accepted Answer

Mouth ulcer: The answer--you DON"T! Self treatment with corrosives and other ablative medications can result in tissue damage where it wasn't intended.

Question 9

is pencillin v potassium appropriate for a tooth abcess?

Accepted Answer

What's appropriate:: What would be wise and appropriate would be for you to seek proper dental care with a local dentist. He\she can resolve your dental problem by eliminating the cause and the use of appropriate medications.  Trying to treat yourself and with only an antibiotic is useless.

Question 10

so the hospital gave me pencillin v potassium for a tooth abcess is that right?

Accepted Answer

Tooth abscess: Yes, penicillin V is an excellent choice for tooth abscess.  It is standard therapy.

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Which is stronger for tooth sensitivity, potassium nitrate vs stannous fluoride? anything stronger than those 2 ingredients?

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On librium taper last 25mg 2day.tooth pain motrin 600mg every 6-8hrs and rubbing sensodine on tooth allot.potassium nitrate in that. interactions?

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What is the difference between stannous fluoride and potassium nitrate?

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Has sensodyne pronamel ever been known to cause heart palpaltations and a hard heart beat? the potassium nitrate in it?

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Will potassium nitrate protect enamel in toothpaste?

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I get fluoride varnish twice a year at my dentist but still suffer from sensitivity. at home which is the strongest ingredient for sensitivity, potassium nitrate vs stannous fluoride?

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Are potassium and sodium nitrate in processed meats carcinogenic? how often is it recommended you eat these preservatives and serving size?

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How do i apply liquid form of silver nitrate to a mouth ulcer on the tip of my tongue?

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Is pencillin v potassium appropriate for a tooth abcess?

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So the hospital gave me pencillin v potassium for a tooth abcess is that right?

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