What factors cause tooth sensitivity and how is it treated? ===================================================== Hot summer days are the best time to eat ice cream.... Eating ice cream is very enjoyable until one bite of it causes a toothache.... You are not the only one who has felt this sharp and uncomfortable pain when eating cold or hot food.... Tooth sensitivity is one of the common dental problems.... To get information about the causes of tooth sensitivity, read on.... What disease is tooth sensitivity? feels pain or discomfort when in contact with certain foods, temperature and substance... the usual sensitivity is the feeling of toothache after drinking very hot or very cold liquid... in some cases this discomfort is felt even when eating sour food... your tooth consists of 3 main parts... its outer and strong layer is called enamel and its function is to protect the inner part of the tooth... small canals connected to the tooth pulp... they place a view.... when the tooth dentin is exposed to special substances, microscopic canals allow gives up Heat, cold and acidic substances come in contact with the sensitive nerves inside the core of the tooth and lead to discomfort and pain... How does the level of tooth enamel decrease? - Strong brushing - High consumption of acidic foods - Grinding teeth - Long-term use of mouthwash Plaque formation on the teeth Excessive teeth whitening What should be done for tooth sensitivity? Fortunately, tooth sensitivity can be reduced in several different ways: - Use toothpaste for sensitive teeth.... Get a toothpaste that contains potassium nitrate and closes the small canals of the tooth or contains fluoride that strengthens tooth enamel.... Consult your dentist or pharmacist.... - Avoid eating foods and drinks that have high acid levels.... Acidic foods affect tooth enamel.... Tooth decay is irreversible... - Do not press your teeth... Use fluoride mouthwash.. Fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and fluoride mouthwash helps to treat tooth enamel... if these methods are not effective, use fluoride gel.... the dentist acts like a barrier by using fluoride gel and reduces the sensitivity of teeth.... fluoride gel strengthens tooth enamel and reduces pain.... - use of dental grafts and veneers.... these methods treat tooth damage.... - Gum tissue transplant... ** was not effective.. For treatment plans related to tooth root treatment and denervation, refer to the counseling and treatment plan section.** ##### **If you want to receive an appointment for root canal treatment in the office, call the phone numbers of Dr. Meshari's dental clinic.** ##### **Also, the consultants of this center will answer your possible questions.**