If you have sensitive teeth, you’re more than familiar with the horrible pang that hits you when you drink or eat something too cold or too hot. At Parkcrest Dental Group, we know just how common and aggravating tooth sensitivity can be.
Whether it’s an occasional ice cream treat causing you to wince in pain or just a morning cup of hot coffee, it’s a pain we’d all rather avoid. In a previous Parkcrest Dental Group blog, we looked at some of the underlying causes of sensitive teeth. Here, we’re going to give you some everyday advice for helping ease the pain.
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Avoiding Trigger Foods
Avoiding trigger foods allows your to avoid pain from sensitive teeth. Usually, trigger foods are are very cold or hot. Sometimes food with a lot of sugar or certain flavorings can also set off tooth sensitivity.
If you’re avoiding trigger foods, you’re likely going to be avoiding things like ice cream, candy, hot drinks, cold drinks, and really just about anything with flavor. Parkcrest Dental Group recommends considering a few other options.
Regularly Chewing Gum
You might assume gum is a trigger — and it may be for some people — but it can actually help others. Regularly chewing sugar-free gum actually has the potential to strengthen and thicken the enamel on your teeth. This may help with tooth sensitivity.
Using a Fluoride Rinse
There are varieties of mouthwash and fluoride rinses that are specifically designed to help reduce the sensitivity of your teeth. These products contain ingredients like potassium citrate or sodium fluoride which can help relieve sensitivity. They don’t work for everyone, though. Finding a mouthwash that helps your sensitive teeth will take some trial and error.
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Finding the Root Cause
Sensitive teeth can be caused by an underlying problem, and fixing that problem can mean an end to the sudden, searing pain when you drink a cold soda. Tooth decay, gum recession, overly aggressive brushing, enamel erosion, and grinding your teeth in your sleep are all things that can make your teeth overly sensitive. If you’re in persistent pain from sensitive teeth, talk to a Parkcrest Dental Group professional. There might be a bigger issue that needs treating.
Get Professional Treatment from Parkcrest Dental Group
If you’re suffering from persistent tooth sensitivity, it’s likely that there’s a more significant problem that’s causing it. Speaking to a dental professional at Parkcrest Dental Group can help discover the real problem and find a solution. We can also help you with general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and more. Get in touch with your dentist in Springfield, MO today.
