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Sensitivity in teeth is a mild discomfort that occurs and
then goes away after the stimulation is removed. Toothache is a long
lasting and more severe pain in your teeth. Your teeth can be sensitive for
many reasons.
Cold and/or Hot, Air, Sweets
Sensitivity to cold or hot or air or sweets usually occurs
from one of the following:
- Decay
- Abscess
- Worn Teeth
- Receding Gums
- Old Fillings
It is not unusual for a new dental restoration to be
sensitive to cold and hot for a short period of time. If this sensitivity
persists or seems to get worse with time call the dentist.
Pressure
Sensitivity to pressure usually occurs from:
- Decay
- Abscess
- Cracked Tooth
- Broken Filling
- New Filling
Teeth sensitive to the pressure of chewing usually indicate a
more severe problem starting to occur. When a tooth becomes sensitive to
pressure it should be checked by the dentist. If a new filling or
restoration is sensitive to pressure and persists more than a day or two contact the dentist.
What to do if you have a sensitive tooth
- Clean the tooth well but
gently with a tooth brush and tooth paste.
- Floss your teeth
- Use a desensitizing
toothpaste. Brush with it and let it soak on the teeth. Don't
rinse the tooth paste right out with water.
- Use a fluoride rinse
If your teeth are sensitive to hot and cold, avoid using
toothpastes that have tarter control in them, whitening agents in them, and
avoid all gel toothpastes. These toothpastes themselves sometimes are the
cause of sensitivity.
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