India, June 24 -- When you eat something cold, hot or sweet, tooth sensitivity can cause a sharp jolt of pain or discomfort. While it may last only a few seconds, the moment can be quite distressing. To manage this, many people turn to senstive toothpastes that claim to provide relief.

These toothpastes ease sensitivity, but there is one lesser-known concern that exists because of the ingredients.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Sanjat Chiwane, director of cardiology at Fortis Hospital Gurugram, shared that some senstive toothpastes contain ingredients such as potassium nitrate, which may require caution in certain people like those who are taking heart medicines.ALSO READ: Mixing alcohol with energy drinks at parties? Cardiologis...