Very sensitive teeth....?!
Question:
Very sensitive teeth....?
For the last few months my teeth have been very sensitive to hot and cold. Recently my teeth have even been hurting when I eat anything sweet and when I brush my teeth. Two days ago I noticed that in one of my teeth near the gums there is a hole starting. What could have caused this... I brush my teeth every day and take good care of my mouth. If I go to the dentist is there something that they can do with the hole so that I dont lose that tooth? Is there something I can do to help the sensitivity of my teeth?
Answers:
There are many things you can do about sensitive teeth. However I believe that your situation has progressed an you need immediate dental care. A hole could be a cavity or recession of your gums. If the hole is at the gum line or it appears that your gum has a bubble near this can be a sign of an abscessed tooth. Cold sensitivity can be normal, sensitivity to hot is not. Tooth Decay could also be a possibility.
Tips for sensitive teeth:
+Use Sensodyne toothpaste
-this toothpaste has a high fluoride concentration and will greatly reduce sensitivity
+Your dentist can give you a product called Flor-Opal which can be worn in trays this also can help with sensitivity.
+Remember to floss this is just as important as brushing.
+Have your teeth professionally cleaned twice a year.
I recommend that you go see a dentist for a consult. It is better to catch a problem sooner rather than later.