{"id":1537,"date":"2021-08-30T03:55:25","date_gmt":"2021-08-30T10:55:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/theelitedental.com\/old\/?p=1537"},"modified":"2021-07-30T04:16:15","modified_gmt":"2021-07-30T11:16:15","slug":"how-to-handle-teeth-sensitivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theelitedental.com\/old\/how-to-handle-teeth-sensitivity\/","title":{"rendered":"HOW TO HANDLE TEETH SENSITIVITY"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sudden pain in the tooth while eating hot\/cold foods or hard foods is due to the teeth sensitivity. Tooth sensitivity is one of the common dental issues experienced by people of all ages, especially elderly people, as\u00a0<\/span>ageing pulls away the gums<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and exposes the teeth roots that cause teeth sensitivity. Plaque, cavities, ageing are a few causes for the sensitivity of teeth, however, if you\u202f<\/span>follow the best dental practices<\/span><\/a>, the dental issues can get prevented. Teeth sensitivity can be treated and prevented by following a few steps as mentioned below.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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WHAT CAUSES TEETH SENSITIVITY?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Before finding out the treatment procedures for sensitivity, let\u2019s look at the causes for sensitivity so that better\u00a0care get\u00a0nurtured, and dental sensitivity can get prevented.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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1.DENTAL PLAQUE & CAVITIES<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When you consume sugary and sticky foods, these foods stick in between your teeth. Lack of proper oral care makes harmful bacteria in the mouth feed on these sugars and\u202f<\/span>form plaque<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0Plaque forms overnight on the teeth and the\u00a0gumline.\u00a0Failure to remove plaque causes the bacteria to release acids that attack the teeth enamel and erode it,\u202f<\/span>forming cavities<\/span><\/a>. Enamel is the tough, outermost protective layer of the teeth that protects the inner soft tissues from bacteria and acids. When the enamel gets eroded, the inner tissues get exposed, and the food that you eat and the acids reach the roots of the teeth, causing sensitivity.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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2.CHIPPED TOOTH<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Not only the plaque and cavities, but chipped teeth also cause teeth sensitivity.\u202f<\/span>The chipping of teeth<\/span><\/a>\u202fcould be a consequence of an accident or Bruxism where a person grinds his\/her teeth while asleep. Cracking of teeth weakens and distorts the enamel, helping bacteria, acids and food to travel the inner root of the teeth, causing sensitivity of teeth.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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3.AGEING<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As you turn older, the gums weaken and start pulling away from the teeth. The teeth start loosening, and the roots of the teeth get exposed because of the receded gums. The acids released by bacteria and the food that you eat reach the teeth roots and cause sensitivity.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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HOW TO TREAT TEETH SENSITIVITY<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1.Use Desensitizing Toothpaste<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are various types of toothpaste available in the market.\u00a0C<\/span>hoose the right toothpaste<\/span><\/a>\u202fthat matches your dental condition.\u00a0If you are suffering from teeth sensitivity issues, opt for desensitizing toothpaste. The desensitizing toothpaste, as the name suggests, treats your teeth sensitivity. This toothpaste contains compounds like potassium nitrate and sodium chloride that block the tubules, preventing the acids, food and bacteria to reach the inner tissues and roots of the teeth. Thus it seals your tooth root and gives you relief from sensitivity.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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2.Use a Soft Bristled Toothbrush<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Similar to choosing toothpaste, you also have to be careful about\u202f<\/span>choosing the right toothbrush<\/span><\/b>. Your gums are already weakened, and the roots of the teeth get exposed, hence it is necessary that you gently brush your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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3.Rinse Your Mouth with Warm Salt Water<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Salt is a natural antiseptic that prevents pain and inflammation. Hence rinse your mouth with saltwater that gives you instant relief from sensitivity. Opt for lukewarm water as it gives better results. You can also try other\u00a0<\/span>home remedies for teeth sensitivity<\/span><\/a>\u00a0like rinsing the mouth with honey water or oil pulling, applying turmeric paste etc.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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4.Chew Garlic<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As already stated above, harmful bacteria in the mouth are responsible for producing acids\u00a0that\u00a0damage the teeth enamel and cause sensitivity. Chewing on garlic releases a compound named\u00a0allicin\u00a0that has antibacterial properties and provides relief from bad bacteria in the mouth. It indeed provides relief from teeth sensitivity.\u202f\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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5.Use Clove<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Clove is a gem among the\u202f<\/span>spices that are good for teeth<\/span><\/a>. Clove has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, hence swishing an extract of clove or clove oil numbs the pain caused by sensitivity and gives you relief. Clove is known to be a cure for most of\u202f<\/span>the reasons for a toothache<\/span><\/a>.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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6.Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Consumption of sugary foods and drinks must be limited as bacteria feed on them and form plaque that releases harmful acids. Also, prevent\u202f<\/span>acidic foods and beverages<\/span><\/a>, including\u00a0wine that harm\u00a0your teeth. Give up on\u00a0<\/span>smoking that damages your gums<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and makes your teeth vulnerable to sensitivity and other dental defects. Eat\u202f<\/span>healthy foods that are good for your teeth<\/span><\/a>.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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HOW TO PREVENT TEETH SENSITIVITY<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Teeth sensitivity and most dental defects can get prevented if you follow the\u202f<\/span>best oral practices<\/span><\/a>\u202fthat boost your oral health.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n