Dental sensitivity is a common dental problem that affects many people. It is accompanied by sudden, sharp pain and discomfort while eating and drinking. This happens if the top enamel layer of the tooth wears off exposing the dentin and consequently allowing the stimuli reach the nerve of the tooth.
CAUSES OF DENTAL SENSITIVITY:
TEETH GRINDING: Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism leads to wearing off of the enamel leading to dental sensitivity.
TOOTH DECAY: Teeth decay can cause the stimuli to reach the nerve or pulp of the tooth leading to sensitivity.
TEETH EROSION: Acidic foods as soda, juices or citrus fruits can lead to sensitivity.
TEETH WHITENING PRODUCTS: Teeth whitening products can cause irritation of gums and teeth.
TREATMENT FOR SENSITIVITY
DESENSITIZING TOOTHPASTE: It blocks the nerve that sends pain signals to the brain.
FLOURIDE: Flouride treatment can help strengthen the enamel and reduce sensitivity by blocking nerves causing pain.
DENTAL FILLINGS: Dental fillings can be used to treat cavities and restore the tooth reducing sensitivity caused by teeth decay.
ROOT CANAL TREATMENT: It can be used to treat tooth having sensitivity caused by infectious pulp or nerve.
GUM SURGERY: Gum grafting can be used to treat the sensitivity caused by exposed gum.