What Causes Tooth Sensitivity?

  Tooth sensitivity is generally the result of worn tooth enamel or exposed tooth roots due to gingival recession. Other causes of tooth sensitivity include tooth decay, a cracked or chipped tooth, a worn filling, or periodontal disease. Tooth sensitivity is a very common problem affecting more than 1 in 8 Americans. For some they are aware and neglecting the problem and…

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What Causes Sensitive Teeth?

What causes sensitive teeth can be a tricky answer. There are many different factors that go into what causes sensitive teeth. The different senses involved are temperature, sweets, touch, and pressure. When pain and discomfort is what causes sensitive teeth it is usually a sign of a dental factor happening. This can include tooth decay,…

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How To Manage Sensitive Teeth

Marielaina Perrone DDS Sensitive Teeth

Sensitive teeth can occur for a variety of reasons and in many ways. Sensitivity to temperature, sweets, touch, or pressure are the main types of tooth sensitivity.  The pain and discomfort from sensitive teeth are generally a sign of trauma, tooth decay, or wear, and can range from mildly irritating to quite painful.  Did you…

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