8 Pain Solutions for Sensitive Teeth

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Having to take a pass on enjoying an ice cream
cone makes life a little less sweet. You may
worry that something is seriously wrong if you
frequently experience pain when you eat or drink
something hot, cold or sour.
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Sensitive teeth are a common issue that tends to
get worse with age. Take action by using one or
more of these methods to help you find relief.
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Teeth whitening products temporarily soften tooth
enamel. Make sure that you only use products
that your dentist recommends.
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If youve been overusing products at home,
reducing their use may ease the sensitivity.
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Cavities and cracked teeth tend to cause
significant sensitivity. The break in the
surface of the enamel allows the food and drinks
you consume to activate the pain response.
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We may recommend a filling or a crown to fix
this problem.
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People who consume acidic drinks and food often
deal with sensitivity. The acids gradually wear
away the tooth enamel, which eventually leads to
more of the dentin being exposed.
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Fluoride helps to remineralize tooth enamel,
which is why we provide fluoride treatments in
our office, and may also prescribe a special
mouth rinse to use at home.
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Toothpastes that are designed to ease
sensitivity often contain fluoride and other
active ingredients that block the dentinal
tubules that run to the nerve.
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Keep in mind that this solution wont fix
cavities and other tooth trauma. It can help in
cases of root exposure and mild acid erosion.
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Gum recession may occur naturally with age. Or,
gum disease may cause the tissue around your
teeth to recede.
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In addition to treating any underlying disease,
we can use dental bonding materials to cover up
the exposed roots.
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Severe gum disease or trauma can cause the gum
line to recede and expose large portions of the
tooth root. When this happens, gum grafting
can help to rebuild the area.
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This treatment can also help to provide more
support to your teeth so that you have less
shifting.
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Clenching and grinding your teeth at night places
pressure on the soft ligaments that hold your
teeth in place.
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When you wake up, you may notice tooth
sensitivity that comes from an irritated nerve,
as well as muscle soreness in your jaw. If this
goes on too long, you may also experience cracked
teeth.
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We can often identify nighttime teeth grinding by
the damage that occurs on the back molars. A
night guard takes the pressure off of your teeth
while you sleep.
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The center of your teeth is filled with a soft
material that contains blood vessels, nerves and
connective tissue. This material can get
inflamed from an infection or repeated trauma.
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A root canal removes this tissue and provides
prompt and long-lasting relief from pain.
Although we usually use this as a last resort,
it is an effective way to end pain that doesnt
respond to other treatments.
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Figuring out what makes your teeth sensitive is
easier with a dental exam. After we check your
teeth and gums, well provide you with a targeted
treatment plan.
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Once you know why your teeth hurt, you can use a
combination of professional treatments and home
care to restore your comfort. Most cases of
sensitivity clear up quickly once we address the
underlying cause.
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