What Causes Teeth Sensitivity and How to treat it

A common discomfort of the teeth is teeth sensitivity. Cell stimulation that happens through small tubes in the dentin is what causes teeth sensitivity. The layer of tissue called the dentin is located under tooth enamel. Enamel that has been worn down or when the small tubes in the dentin have been exposed by receding gum lines become stimulated is what causes teeth sensitivity. Tooth sensitivity and toothaches can be triggered by numerous things including hot and cold foods, drinks, cold air and the touching of a tooth.

 

Another cause of tooth sensitivity is the cracking of the enamel which can be caused by extreme temperature changes. Escaping through these small cracks are hot and cold air which make contact with the nerves in the tooth. Among dental patients, the most common problem is teeth sensitivity. Choosing the proper toothpaste is the best way for tooth sensitivity prevention. Elements that are abrasive and harmful for sensitive teeth are found in some toothpaste. Sodium pyrophosphate which can be found tooth whitening toothpaste is one of the harmful elements. Toothpastes that have anti-tartar formulas are also hard on sensitive teeth.

By using sealants to seal the enamel cracks in your teeth and desensitizing toothpaste, you can avoid tooth sensitivity. You can ask your dentist for the recommended desensitizing toothpaste. Fillings filled with fluoride can be applied by a licensed dentist to the sensitive tooth or teeth. Another prevention of tooth sensitivity is the avoidance of foods that contain acid. In order to lessen the wearing down of the root surface, you want to use a soft bristled toothbrush. Using this soft bristled toothbrush along with a more gentle brushing can also lesson the pain of tooth sensitivity. To check if you are brushing your teeth gently is to check your toothbrush. You are brushing too hard if the bristles are pointed in all directions.

You should visit your dentist if tooth sensitivity has been experienced for more than four days and the pain is too much to bear. To determine the tooth sensitivity severity, it is necessary to have a dentist evaluate and diagnose the tooth sensitivity. After the diagnosis, you may get rid of the pain by following your dentist advice. Do not use self medication as this can only make the tooth sensitivity worse.

Regular dentist visits are important as tooth sensitivity can have similar symptoms of abscess and tooth decay. Some people think that tooth sensitivity is the reason for their pain. But visits to the dentist reveal problems that have already been there such as tooth decay and abscess. These problems are often times not visible. Regular dentist visits and brushing your teeth three times a day on a regular basis are ways to prevent tooth sensitivity.