Do you experience tooth pain while consuming hot and cold food or drinks? If so, you may have sensitive teeth. Living with sensitive teeth can be difficult, especially without treatment. This blog will explain the causes of sensitive teeth and also offer treatment suggestions.
Causes
- Tooth decay
- Infection in tooth or gum
- A broken tooth filling
- Deteriorating tooth enamel
- Teeth grinding
- Fractured teeth
- Gum disease
- An exposed tooth root
- Excessive teeth whitening
Treatment
- Desensitizing toothpaste blocks transmission of sensation to the nerve, reducing tooth sensitivity.
- Fluoride gel strengthens tooth enamel and is applied at routine dentist visits.
- Dental crowns, inlays or bonding can be used to repair teeth that cause painful sensitivity
- Root canal therapy. If you experience persistent tooth pain, you may need a root canal
If you are experiencing tooth sensitivity, give us a call to set up an appointment.
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