Why are teeth sensitive?

The article is professionally consulted by Master, Doctor Dang Tien Dat - Doctor of Odonto-Stomatology - Department of Medical Examination and Internal Medicine - Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital.

Sensitive teeth or tooth sensitivity is the phenomenon of sensitive teeth and pain when eating or drinking hot, cold, sweet, sour foods or even breathing in cold air can also cause you to have tooth sensitivity.

Exposed dentin is considered the main cause of tooth sensitivity. Normally, dentin is covered and protected by a layer of enamel. However, when the dentin is exposed, they will come into contact with food as well as drinks, making the teeth feel sensitive and shaky, even painful to the root of the tooth. Injury as well as tooth wear can cause the enamel layer to be reduced somewhat along with the dentin carrying the neural tubes that protrude outward. That is the reason that when exposed to each level of heat while eating or drinking will stimulate the nerves causing pain as well as discomfort.
Besides, lifestyle and daily eating habits are also one of the causes of sensitive teeth. For example:
Dental caries: Tooth decay can be considered as one of the main causes of most dental problems and other complications. It is the cavities in the teeth that expose the nerve roots of the teeth. In addition, they also cause loss of benefits, leading to other dangerous risks.
Receding gums can also expose the dentin on the nerve side at the root of the tooth, making the tooth sensitive whether it's due to tooth decay or tooth wear.
Improper oral care habits can lead to sensitive teeth: Improper brushing as well as inadequate flossing can both be to blame. Brushing too hard with a stiff brush or using a highly abrasive toothpaste can lead to gum damage and tooth sensitivity.
Sensitive teeth can occur in people with unscientific eating habits: Eating foods that contain a lot of acid such as pickles or processed foods, over time they will cause tooth wear leading to exposed teeth. dentin and cause extreme discomfort
Many women tend to use cosmetic methods for their teeth, but they never expected that the products used to whiten their teeth would have May cause tooth sensitivity.
In addition, the state of teeth grinding or biting during sleep of many people is also one of the causes of sensitive teeth.

To reduce the risk of tooth sensitivity, oral hygiene is very important to prevent exposed dentin as well as periodontal disease.
Brush teeth properly and use low-abrasive toothpastes to reduce the risk of tooth sensitivity. Brushing with warm water about 30-40 degrees Celsius can limit tooth sensitivity. In addition, a diet containing limited acids also helps prevent tooth sensitivity.
For diagnosis as well as the best treatment orientation, you should visit your dentist. Usually your dentist will advise you to use low-abrasive toothpastes plus fluoride-containing creams to protect teeth against cavities. In addition, dentists as well as professionals can perform a number of tooth sensitivity treatments at the dental office. This includes the application of fluoride and the use of glue on the teeth. If your teeth are severely damaged, laser treatment may be used.

Currently, the Department of Dentistry - Jaw - Facial of Vinmec International General Hospital is a specialty in charge of intensive and aesthetic pathological treatment of the entire tooth structure (teeth, bone, pulp, ...) , jaw (palatine, jawline, jaw joint,...) and face (forehead bone, cheekbone, temporal bone,...).
Dental - Jaw - Facial Department is divided into main specialties, in order to serve the needs of patients such as: Restorative dentistry, maxillofacial trauma, general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and Interior.