Sensitive Teeth: Everything You Need To Know
Wincing in pain as you bite down, brush your teeth or even breathe can ruin your entire day. No one should struggle with such severe discomfort every time they eat or drink and these sharp pains can weigh down heavily on our teeth and gums. That’s why it’s important to be aware of the causes, solutions and preventions of sensitive teeth to keep your oral health healthy and pain-free.
Combat tooth sensitivity before it begins with South Georgetown Dental’s comprehensive guide below.
What Causes Sensitive Teeth?
Tooth sensitivity is essentially the result of the dentin on your teeth becoming exposed. The dentin is often protected by tooth enamel, however, when it is decaying, the dentin is exposed along with the tooth’s nerve endings. Dentin hypersensitivity, also known as hydrodynamic theory, finds that the flowing fluid in the nerve endings within the tubules is what causes the wincing pain. What are additional triggers for tooth sensitivity? Here are the common causes:
Teeth Whitening: After teeth bleaching or whitening, teeth will commonly be sensitive for a few hours. This pain will often dissipate after a few days, however, if it continues, the peroxide in the whitening treatment may be irritating your tooth’s nerves.
