{"id":237,"date":"2017-07-30T20:20:41","date_gmt":"2017-07-31T00:20:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.waylanddental.com\/?p=237"},"modified":"2017-07-30T20:20:41","modified_gmt":"2017-07-31T00:20:41","slug":"dentist-wayland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.waylanddental.com\/blog\/2017\/07\/dentist-wayland\/","title":{"rendered":"Dentist in Wayland Explains What Causes Tooth Sensitivity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waylanddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/iStock-612518776-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"The dentist in Wayland treats tooth sensitivity. \" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waylanddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/iStock-612518776-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.waylanddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/iStock-612518776-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.waylanddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/iStock-612518776-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.waylanddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/iStock-612518776.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>If biting into a popsicle, sipping a hot cup of coffee, or even getting a rush of air in your mouth leaves you saying \u201couch,\u201d you\u2019re not alone. Tooth sensitivity is a common complaint for adults of all ages. But what causes it? Sensitivity can result from a number of factors, from what you eat to how hard you brush your teeth. Knowing what causes your tooth sensitivity is the key to stopping it. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waylanddental.com\/about-us.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your dentist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Wayland is here to help you overcome sensitivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So without further ado, let\u2019s get to it &#8212; why does tooth sensitivity occur? A tooth\u2019s crown is made up of enamel, which protects the underlying dentin. This soft layer of dentin contains many small tubes, or tubules, which are covered in tiny nerve endings. Tooth sensitivity occurs when the outer layer of tooth enamel is worn down, leaving all those nerve endings exposed. Combine that with exposure to heat, cold, acids, and air, and it just doesn\u2019t feel good.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Causes of Tooth Sensitivity<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brushing your teeth too aggressively, especially using a hard bristled brush. Hard toothbrushing wears away at the protective layer of enamel that blocks the nerve endings that cause tooth sensitivity. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consuming lots of highly acidic foods and beverages, which gradually wears away at the tooth enamel. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gum recession &#8212; caused by aggressive tooth brushing, gum disease, and other factors &#8212; which leaves your tooth root exposed. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nighttime teeth grinding, the condition known as <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/bruxism\/home\/ovc-20317503\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bruxism<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, wears away at the tooth enamel. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recent dental treatments, like tooth whitening or a filling. This type of sensitivity is usually mild and temporary. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Do About Sensitive Teeth<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you experience significant tooth sensitivity, it\u2019s a good idea to schedule an appointment with your dentist. If, for example, you stay away from a food you love because it causes too much discomfort, your Wayland dentist can help. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During an appointment for teeth sensitivity, we will discuss what causes the discomfort, and whether or not there\u2019s anything you usually do to make it go away. Determining the cause of the issue will help us put together a plan for effective treatment. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common treatments for tooth sensitivity include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fixing a leaking or malfunctioning filling or other dental work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gum grafting for recessed gums that leave the tooth\u2019s root exposed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treating nighttime teeth grinding with a custom fitted <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waylanddental.com\/nightguards.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">night guard<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strengthening the tooth enamel with a topical fluoride treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your dentist may also recommend brushing your teeth with an anti sensitivity toothpaste. These formulas contain potassium nitrate, which blocks the tubules that allow for the transmission of pain to the nerve endings. It usually takes a few applications of the toothpaste before it begins working, but many people experience reduced sensitivity using this type of topical treatment. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk to Us Today! <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re suffering as a result of tooth sensitivity, it\u2019s time for you to seek a professional\u2019s advice. Wayland Dental is here to help you enjoy a happier, healthier smile for life! <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waylanddental.com\/request-an-appointment.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Request an appointment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with your trusted dentist today. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If biting into a popsicle, sipping a hot cup of coffee, or even getting a rush of air in your mouth leaves you saying \u201couch,\u201d you\u2019re not alone. Tooth sensitivity is a common complaint for adults of all ages. But what causes it? Sensitivity can result from a number of factors, from what you eat to how hard you brush your teeth. Knowing what causes your tooth sensitivity is the key to stopping it. 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