Do hot, cold, and sweet foods send an unwelcome jolt through your mouth? If so, you could be suffering from sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity occurs when the gums retract, exposing the dentin, which provides a straight path to the nerves in your teeth. Extreme temperatures and high-sugar foods trigger those nerves and cause a searing, painful sensation. Tooth sensitivity isn’t a dental health problem in itself but is rather a symptom that should be evaluated by your dentist if it persists. While some cases of sensitivity are easily addressed by changing toothbrushes, other cases are associated with decay and disease that should be treated by your dentist. Learn more about tooth sensitivity in this infographic from Your Smile . Our dentist in Bel Air, MD provides comprehensive oral health care, including dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and tooth extraction. Contact us to set up an appointment, and please share this information with your friends and family.
