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Tooth Sensitivity Should be a Thing of the Past

There were times you’d rather not have ice cream or drink a hot beverage at all just because it sends shivers to the spine. Ice cream is best served frozen and coffee is best served hot. Those extremes make you cringe in pain because of tooth sensitivity. Well, you don’t have to deprive yourself from all the good stuff! Really! You just have to do apply some simple tips and enjoy you drink once again!

Dentists have long studied the causes and origin of tooth sensitivity. Here are some of the most common causes of sensitive teeth.

A Recent Visit to the Dentist

Dental procedures, normally, leaves the teeth sensitive, especially dental prophylaxis. The thin biofilm that covers the tooth is also removed in the cleaning procedure leaving the teeth bare for some time. The simplest thing to do is to wait for your teeth as it recuperates from the procedure and all will be well.

Acids

Citrus fruits are amazingly delicious, but can easily hurt your teeth if never get enough of them. The acid present in these fruits can erode the enamel of your teeth and may expose the sensitive layer called dentin to abrasions, which inevitably lead to teeth sensitivities. Also, most generic mouth wash available in the market contain acids. If you use them too often, they too, can harm your teeth and make it sensitive. Steering away from acidic food and acidic mouth rinses will gradually reduce tooth sensitivity. If you can’t shake them off from your diet, then endeavor to have some cheese or milk or any dairy afterwards; this neutralizes acids in the mouth. If you can’t refrain from using mouth rinse too often, you can seek advice from your dentist as to where you can buy acid free mouth wash.

Brushing your teeth

Brushing your teeth regularly is not bad. It is actually a good habit; the best probably with regards to dental health. The only thing you might want to consider is how hard you brush your teeth and how stiff are the bristles of your tooth brush. Like dental prophylaxis, brushing aggressively removes the biofilm of your teeth exposing the more sensitive area, dentin. You can simply switch to a soft bristled toothbrush if you can’t play down the manner you brush your teeth.

Tooth Cavities and Tooth Decay

Cracks and holes in the teeth are not that remarkable at all, especially when you can’t see them. Unfortunately, leaving them can cause you more than a dental filling if taken too long. Cracks and cavities can harbor harmful microbes and expose the root of your teeth which in turn can surprisingly knock you off your seat when stimulated. Cavities can eventually decay and contribute to halitosis. Having a regular dental check-up can spare you all the painful trouble.

You don’t have to suffer from sensitive teeth. There are lots of toothpaste and other dental products out there that can address your sensitivity issues. Let tooth sensitivity be a thing of the past. Your dentist can always assist you and willingly help you be free from sensitive teeth, and your oral health will always be in top condition.