Tooth Sensitivity? We’ve Got Answers.

Finding yourself faced with tooth sensitivity can make you feel a bit helpless. First, you probably don’t know why it’s happening. Second, you might not know if this is worth calling us about. Good news: It’s certainly an issue we need to hear about. While it might be a warning sign that you’re overdoing it with your dental hygiene, it may also signify a significant concern like decay. Come on in for an appointment, so we can find out.

It Could Be Your Dental Hygiene

Don’t worry – this is a common issue! If you are being too hard on your smile, tooth sensitivity may occur. Address and fix the issue by switching to a very delicate approach. Use a toothbrush with soft bristles, a nonabrasive toothpaste, and don’t press much as you brush.

It Could Be A Problem

Tooth sensitivity is often a sign that something isn’t going well with your oral health. The good news is that if this is the case, we can quickly discover the source of the concern and offer treatment. Schedule a visit with us, so we can seek out issues like damage, infection, decay, or otherwise, and fix your smile right up.

It Could Be Dental Work

If you have metal restorations like fillings or crowns, you may find that your teeth feel extra sensitive when you consume hot or cold foods (or when you consume one after the other). The metal conducts heat well, which means it gets hot when you eat hot foods – or cold when you eat cold foods – leaving your tooth feeling uncomfortable. You may wish to avoid extremes in temperature or replace old dental work with metal-free restorations.