DENTINAL HYPERSENSITIVITY

Over millions of people suffer from tooth sensitivity to cold or tooth sensitivity to sweets. Talking to your dental professionals should be first on your to-do list for finding a solution for your tooth sensitivity. Tooth sensitivity can come and go with time and is usually caused by exposed dentin on root areas from gum disease and/or receded gums. We should talk to our dentist about any tooth pain or tooth sensitivity to cold, hot, acidic, or sweet drinks or foods. Tooth decay and cavities should be ruled out or treated. Dentist may recommend an ADA-approved desensitizing toothpaste or fluoride gel toothpaste for use at home. With more severe cases of tooth sensitivity, a filling, a gum graft or a root canal may be required along with dietary changes, such as eliminating high-sugar soda, fruit juices, and alcohol from your daily intake. And of course, you’ll need to keep up with good oral care routines to prevent future problems.