If you’ve been experiencing jarring sharp pain when you eat or drink hot or even cold foods, during your oral care routine, or other times that make zero sense? You know it’s not something to ignore, but what is it? Chances are you’re experiencing sensitive teeth. Luckily this is very treatable. All it takes is a trip to the dentist.
Now for the reasons our teeth have become sensitive, and there are a variety of answers here. As we age, so do our teeth. With age the enamel on your teeth can wear, leaving your tooth roots exposed. This of course can cause those jolting pains with tempered food and drink or even if cold air hits the tooth. This is the most likely case or why you’re experiencing the tooth pain. But there can be other reasons, such as:
- Over-brushing
- Cracked or chipped teeth
- Teeth grinding
- Gum disease
- Tooth whitening
Depending on the cause and severity of your sensitivity, you will benefit from professional treatment. There are a variety of treatments from simple solutions to oral surgery. Sensitive teeth solutions include:
- Desensitizing toothpaste
- Desensitizing or bonding
- Surgical gum graft
- Root canal
See your dentist at the first sign of sensitivity. Often beginning problems can be easily treated. If you wait to get treatment, you often end up with a bigger problem that is more difficult to treat. Oftentimes sensitive teeth can be treated with a good cleaning and use of a special toothpaste. Your dental professional can help you find the ideal solution to prevent sensitive teeth from recurring.
For more information about sensitive teeth, call Dr. Pliev in Ottawa, ON at 613-235-5348 or visit www.ottawadentistryonkent.com.
Dr. Konstantin Pliev proudly serve patients from Ottawa and all surrounding areas.