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Whats Behind Your Sensitive Teeth Pain?

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Anyone with sensitive teeth knows how painful it can be to drink a nice cold bottle of water or even sip on a hot cup of tea. Sensitive teeth pain can be unbearable! Don’t let pain become a “normal” thing, call Jenson Dental today to schedule a consultation. We will find out what is causing you pain, and create personalized treatments that will effectively aid in treating the problem.

Sensitive teeth are caused by exposed areas of dentin. The gum tissue may recede and can cause the roots of the tooth to be exposed. When cold or hot foods hit this area, it will cause a sharp and sudden pain to the tooth. This commonly happens with sweet foods as well, especially those that contain a lot of sugar.

Dr. Jenson will be able to examine your teeth and gums to uncover what the problem may be. Some people are simply brushing too hard or they are using a hard-bristled toothbrush. This type of toothbrush will cause the gums to recede from the tooth and can leave you riveting in pain.

Improper flossing can lead to teeth sensitivity as decay can start to form in between the teeth and also around the gums. This can be difficult to treat as the gums often have a hard time re-growing back into the right position.

Gum disease can cause tooth sensitivity because it will pull the gum tissues away from the tooth. When the gums start to become damaged, it will begin to hurt the nerve endings of the tooth as foods can go right down to the nerve endings of your teeth.

Jenson Dental recommends some of the following treatment options for sensitive teeth pain:

  • Change to a soft bristled toothbrush and do not brush as forcefully.
  • Use desensitizing toothpaste like Enamelon
  • Brush and floss 2 times a day
  • Watch what you eat. Reduce acidic foods from your diet as they will break down the enamel on your teeth.
  • Wear a mouth guard if you are grinding your teeth at night.

How to Care for Dental Bridges

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Having a missing tooth can really ruin your smile and it can make it very difficult to eat. If you have a missing tooth in between two others, dental Bridges are a wonderful way to fix this problem. Having a missing tooth can lead to many problems from speech impediments to an increased risk of decay.

There are a number of dental bridges that can be used in order to replace the teeth that are missing and provide you with a fixed smile and also repair problems such as a change in bite. Jenson Dental will be able to talk to you about treatment options for dental bridges including the cost of having dental bridges installed.

Like an implant, you will need to have a porcelain crown made to cover the gap where the tooth is missing. If you have teeth next to the missing one that are already crowned, they are perfect candidates for a dental bridge. They will replace the crown on that tooth and bond it to another crow, which is the bridge. The missing tooth must be in between two teeth in order for a dental bridge to work correctly.

Before the bridge can be installed we will need to take a look at your teeth in order to see if your gums are healthy enough for a bridge. The teeth that will support the bridge must also be healthy and your dentist may need to work on these teeth before they can make the bridge. Once the teeth are strong and the gums are healthy, the dentist will then be able to make impressions of the mouth for the dental bridge to be installed.

Initially you will have a temporary bridge placed on the teeth while a laboratory makes the professional bridge for the teeth. Porcelain bridges are much nicer but they are a little more expensive. We will discuss your bridge options and determine what is the best method for you to go.

After receiving treatment, you will need to care for your new bridge effectively. We will provide you with dental flossers that allow you to pull dental floss under the bridge, keeping the area between the bridge and gums free from plaque and bacteria. If you fail to keep the area clean, the tooth supporting the bridge could be vulnerable to plaque.

Why Flossing is Essential for Your Oral Health

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Just about every dental office in Utah will talk to you about the importance of flossing your teeth and will even show you how to floss your teeth. They are not telling you this information just for you to forget it, you must follow their advice or it can lead to tooth decay and painful cavities. If you would like to prevent cavities and gum diseases, floss your teeth daily.

Food will become lodged in between the teeth and a toothbrush will be unable to pull it out. When the food is stuck in between the teeth, it becomes the fuel for bacteria to flourish. Bacteria in the mouth will lead to tooth decay as it will eat away at the enamel of your teeth. Bacteria will also cause bad breath and can lead to gum diseases as it eats into the gums as well.

You need to have 2 cleanings from Jenson Dental each year in order to examine the teeth and to make sure that you are doing everything you can to prevent tooth decay. Gently floss in between the teeth and push the floss just below the gumline in order to pull the bacteria out of the gums that may start to attack the root of the tooth.

If you don’t floss and plaque is left in the mouth, it will harden into a substance known as tarter and it will stick to the tooth. Your dentist will need to use special tools in order to remove it from your teeth as it cannot be removed with a toothbrush. When gum disease begins to form in the mouth, it also leads to painful treatments. Root planing and scaling is commonly used to remove the bacteria that is growing beneath the gumline. Your Dentist will need to pull the gums away from the tooth and clean the dental pockets and then stitch the gums back into place.

Our office provides progressive family dental care, specializing in preventative dentistry, implants, quality restorations and cosmetic dentistry. We look forward to serving the dental needs of your family.

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