What is Tooth Sensitivity?
Pain or discomfort in the teeth as a response to certain stimuli, such as hot or cold temperatures. It may be temporary or a chronic problem and it can affect one tooth, several teeth, or all the teeth in a single individual. The main reason for tooth sensitivity is the exposed dentinal tubules.
How to identify tooth sensitivity?
Pain or discomfort to
- Hot or cold foods and beverages
- Cold air
- Sweet foods
- Acidic foods
- Brushing or flossing teeth
What are the causes for tooth sensitivity?
- Brushing your teeth too hard
- Using a hard toothbrush
- Grinding your teeth at night
- Regularly eating or drinking acidic foods and beverages
- Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD)
- Gum recession
How to prevent tooth sensitivity?
- Using specific anti-sensitive toothpaste
- Using mouthwash without alcohol
- Using soft tooth brush
- Following proper brushing technique
- Regular dental visit – once in every 6 months
How to treat tooth sensitivity?
Treatment has to be provided by qualified professional which includes
- Treating the under lying cause like
- GERD – Medication for the cause and treating the damaged teeth structure
- Tooth grinding – mouth guards
- Receded gums – flap surgery
- Blocking of dentinal tubules
- Laser therapy