Dealing with sensitive teeth can be a drag. You may be very eager to find relief. Please call our office to set up a free consultation with Dr. Mobasser if you want to find out what treatment you need to feel better.
Causes of Sensitive Teeth
Most often, if you have tooth sensitivity, it is because your teeth have become damaged. Your enamel may be worn down, or the roots of your teeth may be exposed. In some cases, teeth with chips and cracks can become quite sensitive. Gum disease is another culprit to why you have tooth sensitivity.
You must receive an examination and diagnosis from a dentist when you are bothered by tooth sensitivity. Once a dentist can determine why your teeth are sensitive, you can receive a treatment plan to find relief.
Our Los Angeles dentist, Dr. Mobasser, can help you get the proper treatment. Please keep reading to learn about some common treatments for sensitive teeth.
Possible Treatments
The following are some ways you can combat tooth sensitivity at home or in a dentist’s office.
Special Toothpaste
You can use a special desensitizing toothpaste to help block the pain. There is plenty of toothpaste available at drug stores, but you can also ask your dentist which toothpaste would be best for you. It sometimes takes a few uses before you notice an improvement in your sensitivity. This is not a replacement for proper treatment but can help you manage symptoms while you wait for your appointment.
Fluoride Treatments
If you damage your enamel, you may lack the fluoride needed to keep your teeth protected and strong. Your dentist can provide fluoride treatments that can help you strengthen your enamel to avoid tooth decay which can be painful and make your teeth very sensitive. You can also have take-home fluoride treatments to improve your tooth structure.
If you want to prevent your teeth from becoming sensitive again after you receive treatment, it is essential to have a good oral hygiene routine. Be gentle but thorough when you brush your teeth. Use fluoride products and avoid sugary foods and drinks that can remove your tooth enamel.
Gum Grafting
If you have tooth roots exposed to your teeth, your teeth are likely incredibly sensitive. If a dentist sees that your sensitive teeth are due to root exposure, they will likely give you gum grafting to cover the roots and eliminate your symptoms.
Tooth roots can become exposed if you brush your teeth vigorously or have gum disease, which causes your gum line to recede. Talk to a dentist immediately if you think your gums are starting to recede and you are suffering from tooth sensitivity. You will want to protect those roots as soon as possible.
Restorative Dental Care
You may need restorative care, such as a root canal, if you are dealing with a lot of pain or if other treatments are not helping you get better. A root canal is needed when your tooth’s pulp has an infection. Root canals can take out the infected portions of the pulp to save the tooth and eliminate sensitivity symptoms.
Free Consultation with Our Los Angeles Celebrity Dentist
Are you looking for answers about your sensitive teeth? Please call our office right away to set up a free consultation with our Los Angeles dentist for celebrities. Dr. Mobasser would be glad to meet with you to devise an appropriate treatment plan to help you feel better immediately.
