Dental sensitivity

Tooth sensitivity is tooth discomfort in one or more teeth that is triggered by hot, cold or sweet foods and drinks. The pain can be sharp, sudden, and shoot deep into the nerve endings of your teeth, and regresses on its own.

Tooth sensitivity occurs due to:-

Brushing hard. Brushing too hard or using a hard-bristled toothbrush can wear down ename. It can also cause recession of the gums also.

Recession of the gums. As gums move away from a tooth due to many periodontal disease.

Gum disease (gingivitis). Inflamed gum tissue may cause sensitivity as they cause loss of supporting tissues and structures.

Cracked teeth. Chipped or broken teeth may cause Inflammation of the pulp.

Teeth grinding . Grinding teeth may wear down the enamel and expose dentin.

Tooth whitening products. Majority of these products cause sensitivity.

Bad oral hygiene. Plaque and calculus on the tooth surfaces causes sensitivity.

Acidic foods. Highly acidic foods and liquids such citrus fruits, pickles and tea, causes enamel erosion.