Sometimes it is possible to experience sudden
tooth sensitivity when we enjoy our favorite ice
cream or have a cup of hot coffee. It is
like a sharp searing discomfort that often comes and goes. This often leaves you wondering whether you
have tooth decay and you may rush to the dentist for a consultation. This sensitivity or dentin hypersensitivity
is caused by different factors.
Initially it may just be occasional but if left untreated it could result
in inability to eat cold or hot food or drinks or brush your teeth. Even exposure to cold air could cause you to
wince and suffer great discomfort.
Causes Of Tooth
Sensitivity
Sudden tooth sensitivity is caused by the wear and
tear on your teeth as a result of which the enamel erodes exposing the dentin
and then the tooth nerves. Bruxism or
clenching and grinding of teeth can cause you to have sensitive teeth. This may also be due to ingestion of certain
medications or stimulants. If there are
cracks and abrasions on your teeth, that can also lead to sensitivity. Tooth decay due to acidic bacteria working on
the enamel and dentin of the teeth can lead to problems if the caries is not
detected and filled up with sealant solutions or fillings. Gum recession caused by gum disease may lead
to inflammation and bleeding and sensitivity when consuming certain types of
foods.
Teeth Sensitivity Due To
Unhealthy Habits
Sudden tooth sensitivity that people often
experience is not a sign of old age and can increasingly be found in people of
all ages. Health providers believe it is
the result of increasing consumption of fast foods and lack of proper oral
hygiene. Using whitening agents
frequently for whiter teeth for cosmetic purposes is also another reason for
increasing complaints of teeth sensitivity.
The use of sensitive toothpaste is one of the recommendations made by
dentists and dental hygienists.
