TEETH SENSITIVITY- CAUSES AND CURE

TEETH SENSITIVITY- CAUSES AND CURE

While emotional sensitivity sounds sensible and takes you a long way forward, teeth sensitivity is a significant deterrent! Almost 50 % of the population between 20-50 years of age has experienced the gnawing discomfort of sensitive teeth. It comes unannounced right in the middle of enjoying your favorite ice cream, hot chocolate, or sugary delight. We don’t want our teeth dictating our food preferences, and hence a thorough understanding of this culprit will help us keep teeth sensitivity at bay.

  • CAUSE: WORN DOWN TEETH

    Loss of enamel is inevitable with aging, but your daily brushing regimen plays an essential role in preserving this protective layer. Attrition of teeth exposes dentinal tubules housing nerve endings that respond abnormally to hot, cold, sour, sweet, or even sometimes a gush of air.


    CURE:
    IMPROVE BRUSHING TECHNIQUE


    Use an extra-soft toothbrush in a circular motion applying gentle pressure twice daily for two minutes.

    Fluoride treatment and remineralizing agents also help in protecting the remaining tooth structure. Consult Dr. Shefali Sood, the best dentist in Gurgaon, for an instant, long-lasting remedy.

  • CAUSE: GUM RECESSION EXPOSING TOOTH ROOT

    Receding gum is a natural age-related phenomenon but arresting its progress is crucial to enhance the life of the teeth. Due to incorrect brushing, exposed root surfaces consist of cementum (softer than enamel) and erode faster.

    CURE: FILLINGS AND GUM LIFT

    White-colored composite or fluoride fillings are highly recommended to cover the exposed areas to arrest sensitivity and prevent further damage. Minor gum surgery can also be performed the cover the root surface.

  • CAUSE: TOOTH EROSION

    The acidic environment in the mouth results in the rapid dissolution of minerals in the enamel.

    CURE: CONTROL ACIDIC INTAKE/REFLUX

    Consult a gastroenterologist to minimize acidic reflux. Drink ample water, keep a check on the intake of acidic food/beverage and delay brushing by at least half an hour after having carbonated sodas, wine, citrus fruit, etc., to allow saliva to neutralize the acids.

  • CAUSE: GRINDING OF TEETH

    Bruxism or teeth clenching is a common occurrence leading to rapid wear of enamel.

    CURE: NIGHT GUARD

    The high-quality custom-made thin, soft plastic mouth guard is fabricated at Dental Panache to protect your teeth from the ill effects of grinding, especially during nighttime.

  • CAUSE: TEETH WHITENING

    Teeth sensitivity is a common occurrence if OTC whitening agents are not used properly according to instructions or frequently used. Even in-office whitening can lead to a temporary tingling sensation in the teeth.

    CURE: DESENSITIZING TREATMENT

    Desensitizing gels, resin sealants, and Vitamin E enriched solutions are commonly used in our practice to allay sensitivity issues.

    Over-the-counter desensitizing toothpaste may resolve your problem momentarily by blocking the exposed nerve endings. However, visiting a dental doctor in Gurgaon is imperative to find the underlying cause and fix the problem to give you lasting effect. Visit Dental Panache, Best Dental Clinic in Gurgaon, offering premium quality services like root canal treatment, dental implants, teeth whitening, cosmetic dentistry, crown and bridge, child dental services at affordable rates.