Meaning Of Having Sensitive Teeth
What is the meaning of having sensitive teeth? If you are experiencing short, sharp, mild pain to extreme pain everytime you drink hot and cold beverages or eat hot and cold foods such as ice cream, milkshakes, and cold salads, then you may have a condition called sensitive teeth. Eating acidic foods, drinking acidic drinks, such as citrus juices or breathing cold air can also trigger the pain.
The cause of this is due to the thinning of the enamel that protects our teeth, exposing the dentin (Dentin is the layer of tissue which contains the inner pulp, located underneath the enamel). This results in nerve irritation which causes the pain. So if you have sensitive teeth it means most of your enamel on that tooth or teeth had already eroded. …show more content…
You have gum disease. Gum disease and Gingivitis can cause teeth sensitivity; mostly the gums will be receding exposing the dentin.
Use of whitening toothpaste and mouthwash. They contain chemicals that may be sensitive to your teeth.
Prevention of Teeth sensitivity:
Brush your teeth regularly and use toothpastes that are made for sensitive teeth. Always brush your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush.
Don’t brush too hard.
Lessen the intake of sugary foods and drinks. Sugary foods contribute in the destruction of the enamel.
Do not grind your teeth much. Teeth grinding wears away your enamel.
Reconsider bleaching. It may hurt your sensitive teeth. Speak to your dentist before proceeding with bleaching. The quest for pearly whites may cause your pain.
Change your toothbrush every 2-3 months.
Visit your dentist regularly.
When you visit your dentist, the dentist may treat the affected teeth with ‘de-sensitising' creams that has active ingredients that will help block the nerves of the teeth and to enhance protection.
Always use:
De-sensitizing toothpaste. Put a thin layer of the desensitizing toothpaste on the exposed tooth roots every night. The dentist will advise you on
The cause of this is due to the thinning of the enamel that protects our teeth, exposing the dentin (Dentin is the layer of tissue which contains the inner pulp, located underneath the enamel). This results in nerve irritation which causes the pain. So if you have sensitive teeth it means most of your enamel on that tooth or teeth had already eroded. …show more content…
You have gum disease. Gum disease and Gingivitis can cause teeth sensitivity; mostly the gums will be receding exposing the dentin.
Use of whitening toothpaste and mouthwash. They contain chemicals that may be sensitive to your teeth.
Prevention of Teeth sensitivity:
Brush your teeth regularly and use toothpastes that are made for sensitive teeth. Always brush your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush.
Don’t brush too hard.
Lessen the intake of sugary foods and drinks. Sugary foods contribute in the destruction of the enamel.
Do not grind your teeth much. Teeth grinding wears away your enamel.
Reconsider bleaching. It may hurt your sensitive teeth. Speak to your dentist before proceeding with bleaching. The quest for pearly whites may cause your pain.
Change your toothbrush every 2-3 months.
Visit your dentist regularly.
When you visit your dentist, the dentist may treat the affected teeth with ‘de-sensitising' creams that has active ingredients that will help block the nerves of the teeth and to enhance protection.
Always use:
De-sensitizing toothpaste. Put a thin layer of the desensitizing toothpaste on the exposed tooth roots every night. The dentist will advise you on