Habits That Cause Tender Teeth

If you avoid eating cold foods or drinking hot beverages because your teeth are a little tender, it may be time to do some oral care habit reflecting. If you have sensitive teeth, our doctors at Flossophy Dental may recommend dental sealants or fluoride treatments to decrease sensitivity. Sometimes the solution is simply breaking bad habits. If you catch yourself performing any of the following habits, do your best to break them.

• You’re brushing too hard – over time, if you brush with too much force, you can wear down the protective layers of your teeth and expose the microscopic hollow tubes or canals that lead to your dental nerves. When these tubules are exposed, tooth sensitivity is a result.


•  You’re eating too many acidic foods – If the pathways to your nerves are exposed, acidic foods will leave you in pain.


• You have tooth decay – If you have tooth decay, it’s easy for bacteria to accumulate in these tiny crevices, which causes acid build-up and enamel breakdown.


• You’re a tooth grinder – Grinding your teeth can wear down your enamel. This exposes the dentin and causes sensitive teeth.

To learn more about the services provided here at the office, visit www.flossophydental.ca for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Flossophy Dental in Edmonton, AB, call 780-306-9333.

Do You Suffer From Sensitive Teeth?

If hot, cold, sweet or very acidic foods and drinks, makes your teeth or a tooth sensitive or painful then our staff at Flossophy Dental is sorry to break the news. You have sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity can come and go over time, but when it occurs it’s usually caused by dentin on root areas that have been exposed due to receded gums or periodontal disease. It is important to tell our doctors if you have sensitive teeth so that they can examine your mouth for tooth sensitivity and discuss the best treatment method.

Sensitive teeth can be caused by the following dental issues: worn tooth enamel from brushing aggressively, tooth erosion due to highly acidic foods and beverages, tooth decay, gum recession that leaves your root surface exposed, and grinding your teeth at night. Having a conversation with our doctors at Flossophy Dental is the first step in finding relief from your discomfort. If you’ve been suffering from painful sensitivity that keeps you from eating foods that you love, make an appointment today.

If you are suffering from sensitive teeth, please give us a call to discuss your treatment options. To learn more about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.flossophydental.ca for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Flossophy Dental in Edmonton, AB, call 780-306-9333.