SENSITIVE TEETH
DON'T REACT WELL
If you experience discomfort while biting into cold treats like ice-cream or hot beverages like tea, you may be suffering from tooth sensitivity.
WHAT CAUSES TOOTH SENSITIVITY?
Enamel is the outermost layer of the tooth and it protects the crown of healthy teeth.
A similar layer called the cememtum protects the root.
When either layer gets damaged, the underlying tooth layer (dentin) is exposed. This allows hot, cold, or acidic foods to stimulate the nerves in the tooth, causing discomfort.
Cavities
Cracked teeth or fillings
Worn-out enamel
Gum recession
Gum problems
Excessive tooth whitening
Secondary caries: decay caused from improper treatment of cavities
Acid exposes oral cavities and increases the risk of sensitivity and tooth decay
BE STRONG, NOT SENSITIVE
The American Dental Association© recommends using a fluoride mouthwash* to prevent cavities that can cause tooth sensitivity.
American Dental Association©. Fluoride. Retrieved from
http://mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/f/fluoride
HOW TO SOOTHE SENSITIVE TEETH
DON'T CUT YUMMY
FROM YOUR DIET
Harmful foods like candy and soft drinks can damage enamel, leading to sensitivity and cavities.
But don't worry, you don't have to stop enjoying your favourites.
Just follow these tips to ease discomfort from tooth sensitivity.
SWISH FOR STRENGTH
The American Dental Association© recommends using a fluoride mouthwash* to prevent cavities that can cause tooth sensitivity.
*American Dental Association©. Fluoride. Retrieved from
http://mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/f/fluoride
STOP THE GRIND:
YOU MIGHT BE CAUSING TOOTH SENSITIVITY
SYMPTOPMS OF TOOTH SENSITIVITY
Worn-out enamel, leading to tooth sensitivity
Headache
A grinding sound at night, sometimes loud enough to wake your partner
Stiffness in neck and shoulder muscles
Pain in the jaws and the joint in front of your ears (i.e. Temporomandibular Joint)
Teeth losing their contour and appearing flattened
Severe grinding can cause loosening and loss of teeth
