Sensitive Teeth in Essex?

How will know if I have sensitive teeth?


If you experience occasional discomfort or pain when
eating or drinking hot or cold food or drinks then you
may have sensitive teeth.

The majority of people who have sensitive teeth do not
experience pain every time that they eat or drink hot
or cold food or drinks. The “unexpected” surprise of the
pain can make having sensitive teeth quite frustrating!

What are the main triggers for pain?


There are a range of triggers that can cause discomfort for people
who have sensitive teeth. The triggers are different for different people.
Common triggers include:
• Cold food and drinks e.g. ice cream, ice lollies
and chilled drinks
• Hot food and drinks e.g. soup, coffee and tea
• Sweet food e.g. sticky toffee pudding, chocolate and sweets
• Brushing teeth especially when followed by rinsing
with cold water
Whatever triggers your pain make sure that you mention it to
us!


Can anyone develop sensitive teeth?
Sensitive teeth are more common than you may think. In the UK over
14 million adults suffer from sensitive teeth. It affects people of all age
groups and can occur at any time.

Sensitive teeth are increasingly affecting younger people as a result of
changes in lifestyle and eating habits. As we consume more acidic food
and drinks and snack more often during the day, we are more at risk of
developing sensitive teeth.

What causes sensitive teeth?
Underneath the protective enamel coating of teeth is a highly porous
layer called dentine. This dentine is made from thousands of microscopic
tubes or tubules. Once dentine is exposed the nerve in the centre of the
tooth becomes susceptible to triggers such as cold food and responds
with a short sharp pain.
Delicate dentine once exposed can be easily worn away by toothbrushing.


Dentine can become exposed through two main routes:
Erosion

Acids in our everyday diet can soften the enamel coating of the
teeth. This enamel is then susceptible to being worn away by
brushing, exposing the dentine. Acidic foods and drinks include fruit
juices, pickles and fizzy drinks such as cola including diet fizzy drinks.

Gum recession
This can be caused by over vigorous toothbrushing, or poor brushing
which can also lead to gum disease. Gum recession leads to the
sensitive dentine in the neck of the tooth becoming exposed.



an sensitive toothpastes be used every day?
Many sensitive toothpaste formulations offer the benefi ts
of everyday toothpastes, such as fl uoride protection and
fresh breath and are designed to be used every day.
Should I use a specialist toothbrush
for sensitive teeth?
To help prevent sensitive teeth it is important to use the
correct toothbrush and brushing technique. SENSODYNE
toothbrushes have compact heads and end rounded bristles
designed to prevent gum irritation.
Five questions to ask us
or hygienist about sensitive teeth


1. What are sensitive teeth?
2. How do I get sensitive teeth?
3. Can anyone develop sensitive teeth?
4. How would I know if I have sensitive teeth?
5. What can I do about sensitive teeth?

Ask us
about sensitive teeth !

Give us a call on 01375481000 and visit our website on www.basrai.co.uk