How to get rid of tooth sensitivity ?

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What is tooth sensitivity?

It is a sharp shooting pain felt on a particular tooth or teeth causing discomfort while taking hot/cold foods

Causes include:

1.Tooth decay

2.Wearing of enamel in case of fractured teeth

3.Worn fillings

4.Wearing of cementum and exposed tooth root

5.Acidic foods and beverages

6. Incorrect brushing techniques

7.Clenching/grinding the teeth

How will I find that I have tooth sensitivity?

If hot/cold foods, sweet, acidic foods/drinks, breathing in cold air makes the tooth sensitive/ painful then it is indicative of tooth sensitivity

Treatments for sensitive teeth:

There are variety of treatments depending on the cause for sensitivity

1.Desensitising tooth paste

2.Fluoride gel application

3.Surgical grafting techniques

4.Filling / Root canal treatment

Daily care for a sensitive teeth :

1.Brush and floss regularly

2.Don’t brush too hard/too often

3.Use a softer tooth brush

4.Use desensitizing toothpaste twice a day

5.Change your tooth brush once in three months

How to prevent tooth sensitivity?

1.Brush twice daily not exceeding 2 mins

2.Use tooth paste that does not have high abrasive content

3.Floss once a day