{"id":62,"date":"2016-08-25T21:34:36","date_gmt":"2016-08-25T21:34:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalcareva.com\/blog\/?p=62"},"modified":"2020-11-16T16:32:52","modified_gmt":"2020-11-16T16:32:52","slug":"7-common-problems-cause-tooth-sensitivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierdentalcareva.com\/blog\/7-common-problems-cause-tooth-sensitivity\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Common Problems That Cause Tooth Sensitivity"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s summertime, it\u2019s hot and you\u2019ve been looking forward to treating yourself to your favorite ice cream all week long. You go to your favorite ice cream shop at Reston Town Center and order two scoops, one with chocolate and the other with coffee. Yum! As you dig into your first bite you wince and feel a surge of pain in your mouth. What was meant to be a treat has turned into a nightmare.<\/p>\n

So What\u00a0Causes Tooth Sensitivty?<\/p>\n

Sadly, tooth sensitivity or dentin hypersensitivity is a common dental problem and can develop over time.<\/p>\n

According to the ADA<\/a>, “In healthy teeth, enamel protects the crowns,the part of the tooth that you see above the gumline. The roots of healthy teeth are coated with a thin protective layer called \u201ccementum.\u201d Under the enamel and the cementum is a more porous layer of tooth called \u201cdentin.\u201d The dentin layer contains microscopic tubules or canals that connect with the pulp of the tooth. The pulp is in the center of the tooth and contains the tooth\u2019s nerve and blood supply. When irritants such as foods or liquids come into contact with the exposed dentinal tubules, or when excessive pressure is applied against a cracked tooth, a pain response can be triggered.”<\/p>\n

Sensitivity can\u00a0be the\u00a0result of these\u00a07\u00a0common problems such as:<\/h2>\n

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  1. Gum recession<\/strong>, as a result of improper and aggressive tooth brushing or due to age<\/li>\n
  2. Loss of enamel<\/strong>,<\/strong> as a result of brushing with an abrasive toothpaste, brushing incorrectly and\/or brushing more than three times a day<\/li>\n
  3. Tooth Decay <\/strong><\/li>\n
  4. Drinking acidic beverages<\/strong>, such as soda or coffee, can cause dentin exposure and enamel erosion<\/li>\n
  5. Tooth grinding<\/strong> can cause most or all of the teeth to feel sensitive<\/li>\n
  6. A chipped or fractured tooth<\/strong> can also expose the dentin and cause sensitivity<\/li>\n
  7. Dental treatments<\/strong> can cause tooth sensitivity either during or after the procedure\n
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    1. Teeth whitening<\/a><\/li>\n
    2. Professional dental cleanings<\/a><\/li>\n
    3. Orthodontic treatment<\/a><\/li>\n
    4. Dental fillings<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Things You Can Do To Help Prevent Tooth Sensitivity<\/p>\n

      If your sensitivity is due to exposed dentin, there are\u00a0some steps you can take to help reduce the sensitivity:<\/p>\n