TOM's Superior Sensitivity Relief Toothpaste

TOM's Superior Sensitivity Relief Toothpaste is a fluoride-free oral care product developed by Colgate-Palmolive under the Tom's of Maine brand. It utilizes Pro-Argin technology, which combines 8% arginine (as arginine bicarbonate) with calcium carbonate. This formulation provides rapid and long-lasting relief from dentin hypersensitivity by physically occluding exposed dentin tubules, thereby sealing the pathways to sensitive tooth nerves. Beyond its use for sensitivity relief, the toothpaste is being investigated for its prebiotic efficacy in modulating the oral microbiome. It promotes the growth of beneficial arginolytic bacteria within dental plaque, which helps neutralize acids and maintain a healthy oral environment, potentially improving overall oral health outcomes.

Brand names

TOM's Superior Sensitivity Relief ToothpasteTom's of Maine Rapid Relief Sensitive

Other names

arginine bicarbonate + calcium carbonate toothpaste