{"id":732,"date":"2018-05-22T16:13:47","date_gmt":"2018-05-22T16:13:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=732"},"modified":"2018-05-22T16:13:47","modified_gmt":"2018-05-22T16:13:47","slug":"dentist-7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com\/blog\/dentist-7\/","title":{"rendered":"What Can I Do About My Sensitive Teeth? Your Dentist Has Answers!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-733\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/AdobeStock_123520784__1513363957_18374-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman frowns biting into popsicle\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/AdobeStock_123520784__1513363957_18374-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/AdobeStock_123520784__1513363957_18374-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/AdobeStock_123520784__1513363957_18374.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>It\u2019s a mild spring day and you\u2019re out with your family enjoying a delicious serving of ice cream, when all of a sudden, you feel a twinge of discomfort in your front teeth from your cold dessert. You wonder, \u201cWhy did this happen \u2013 Do I have to avoid ice cream from now on?\u201d Your local dentist says that there are ways to address your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com\/cleanings-exams.html\">sensitive teeth<\/a>, so that you can once again enjoy life. Learn about them as you read on!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What Causes Sensitive Teeth?<\/h2>\n<p>Sensitive teeth can be brought about by a series of problems. Here are some of the more common ones:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Periodontal (Gum) Disease <\/strong>\u2013 Periodontal disease is acute inflammation of the gums, and there are several symptoms that it can bring about \u2013 one of them being sensitive teeth. This is due to plaque buildup that has worn down the tooth enamel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aggressive Toothbrushing <\/strong>\u2013 Brushing your teeth harder doesn\u2019t clean them any better. Instead, it can wear down your enamel, which is the opposite of what your intentions are.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Another Cause of Enamel Wear <\/strong>\u2013 Your tooth enamel can also be worn down by years of normal use. The outer surface of your ivories endures a bombardment of food particles, digestive acids and others, so over time it can be gradually worn down.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When you visit your local dentist, he\u2019ll be able to identify what the source of the problem is.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Address Sensitive Teeth<\/h2>\n<p>Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to decrease tooth sensitivity:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use a different Toothbrush <\/strong>\u2013 Look to purchase one of the softer-bristled toothbrushes, so that less damage is done to your enamel and gums.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Limit Acidic Foods <\/strong>\u2013 Because of their acidic nature, citrus fruits like oranges, lemons and pineapples could cause more tooth sensitivity, so it\u2019s best to limit their consumption.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wear a Mouthguard <\/strong>\u2013 Do you grind your teeth at night? If so, it is wearing down your enamel and could compromise the health of several teeth at once. A mouthguard, worn while you sleep, will prevent this from happening and improve your problem with tooth sensitivity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>It\u2019s Worth a Visit<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s worth taking the time to visit your dentist to have your teeth examined. While there, you\u2019ll also receive a thorough cleaning and checkup, that will explain why your teeth are sensitive, eliminate any guessing and restore your quality of life.<\/p>\n<p>Soon, you\u2019ll once again be able to enjoy your favorite flavor of ice cream!<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. J. Peter St. Clair has over two decades of experience practicing dentistry. An advocate of education, he is a current Faculty Club Member at Spear Education and member of several professional organizations. His goal is to teach and empower his patients while providing them with the absolute best care. Dr. Peters can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s a mild spring day and you\u2019re out with your family enjoying a delicious serving of ice cream, when all of a sudden, you feel a twinge of discomfort in your front teeth from your cold dessert. You wonder, \u201cWhy did this happen \u2013 Do I have to avoid ice cream from now on?\u201d Your local dentist says that there are ways to address your sensitive teeth, so that you can once again enjoy life. 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