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Do you feel a sharp, sudden flash of pain when eating hot soup, enjoying ice cream, or drinking cold water? You are not alone. Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common reasons patients visit Razia Dental Care.
Why Do Teeth Become Sensitive?
Under normal conditions, a layer of hard enamel protects the crown of your teeth. Underneath is dentin, which contains microscopic tubules leading to the tooth's nerve center. When dentin loses its protective covering, hot, cold, or acidic stimuli trigger discomfort.
- Enamel Abrasion: Brushing too hard or using a hard-bristled brush.
- Gum Recession: Exposure of the sensitive root surface.
- Tooth Decay & Fractures: Bacteria and temperature changes access the inner tooth.
- Acid Erosion: Sodas and acidic foods dissolve enamel.
Professional Treatments
- Fluoride Varnish: Reinforces enamel and seals tubules.
- Dental Bonding: Covers exposed roots.
- Crowns or Inlays: Restore and protect damaged teeth.
- Root Canal Therapy: Eliminates pain from damaged nerves.