Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you experienced a sudden shot of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel has eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the tooth are located. Ouch!
Tooth sensitivity can be an alert that something is amiss. It may be caused by a cavity, periodontal disease, gum recession, or bacteria build-up in a crack in a tooth.
A number of factors can result in gum recession including consuming acidic foods and drinks, teeth grinding, or cracked teeth. Surprisingly, one cause of gum recession is brushing too hard. That’s right; it is possible to brush too forcibly!
If your teeth are sensitive following professional teeth whitening such as the ones we do here at The Carrollton Dentist, the sensitivity will probably be gone in a few days.
If you experience constant or intermittent pain in your teeth or gums, call 469-708-2049 right away to make an appointment. Dr. Subba takes tooth pain seriously.
There are numerous treatments for tooth sensitivity including desensitizing toothpaste, fluoride treatments, and gum grafting. Of course, if you need a restoration, that is the first order of business.
At The Carrollton Dentist in Carrollton, we not only treat tooth sensitivity, we also complete entire cosmetic dental smile makeovers for our patients in the Carrollton area. Call us at 469-708-2049 to schedule a consultation and exam.
Because everyone deserves to smile!
Contact The Carrollton Dentist:
469-708-2049
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
2440 N Josey Ln Ste 101
Carrollton, Texas
75006
