Do you find that your teeth hurt when eating hot or cold foods, or when you brush your teeth? You may have sensitive teeth.
What causes sensitive teeth?
- Worn enamel
- Cavities
- Fractured teeth
- Worn fillings
- Gum disease
- Exposed root
- Fluoride treatments: This treatment strengthens tooth enamel and can be done in your dentist's office.
- Desensitizing toothpaste: These special toothpastes help block sensation from reaching the nerves. You will have to use it overtime to get the best results.
- Crowns or bonding: These are the best treatment options if the sensitivity is coming from a fractured tooth or a cavity.
- Surgical procedure: A procedure known as a gum graft protects exposed roots caused by loss of gum tissue.
- Root canal procedure: A root canal is the last resort option if no other treatments work to rid of sensitivity. Though the procedure has a negative stigma, it is very effective and causes minimal pain to the patient.
