If you avoid eating cold foods or drinking hot beverages because your teeth are a little tender, it may be time to get to the overcome this obstacle. If you experience tooth sensitivity, Dr. Greg Fort at Top Choice Dental may recommend dental sealants or fluoride treatments to decrease tenderness. Sometimes the solution is simply breaking bad habits. If you catch yourself performing any of the following, do your best to discontinue.
- You’re brushing too hard – over time, if you brush with too much force, you can wear down the protective layers of your teeth and expose the microscopic hollow tubes or canals that lead to your dental nerves. When these tubules are exposed, tooth sensitivity is a result.
- You’re eating too many acidic foods – If the pathways to your nerves are exposed, acidic foods will leave you in pain.
- You have tooth decay – If you have tooth decay, it’s easy for bacteria to accumulate in these tiny crevices, which causes acid build-up and enamel breakdown.
- You’re a tooth grinder – Grinding your teeth can wear down your enamel. This exposes the dentin and causes sensitive teeth.
If you have sensitive teeth, please call us to discuss your treatment options. To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.hoptowndental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Greg Fort at Top Choice Dental in Hopkinsville, KY, call 270-886-8585.
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