Sensitive Teeth Treatment
Tooth sensitivity — a sharp twinge with hot, cold, sweet or acidic food and drink — is one of the most common complaints we see, and one of the most treatable once the underlying cause is identified.
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Sensitivity is a symptom, not a diagnosis.
Reaching for sensitivity toothpaste without understanding the cause means the underlying issue often continues, and can gradually worsen.
A thorough examination checks your gum levels, looks for signs of decay or cracks, and considers whether grinding might be contributing — before recommending the right treatment for your specific case.
How sensitivity shows up.
The signs vary, but most people notice one or more of these:
- 01A sharp twinge with cold drinks or ice cream
- 02Discomfort with hot tea or coffee
- 03Pain with sweet or acidic food
- 04Sensitivity when brushing or flossing
- 05A localised ache in one particular tooth
- 06Discomfort with cold air on your teeth
Where it comes from.
The most common culprits:
Don't wait it out.
Speak to your our practice dentist if you're experiencing any of the following — book an appointment as soon as you can:
- —Sensitivity is persistent or getting worse.
- —The discomfort is localised to one tooth.
- —Sensitivity toothpaste no longer helps.
- —You also notice bleeding gums or a rough edge on a tooth.
In discomfort right now?
If a tooth is sharply painful or the ache lingers after the trigger has gone, call us — that can point to a nerve problem that needs seeing promptly.
A plan, not a quick fix.
Depending on the cause, treatment might be a fluoride application, a composite filling to seal an exposed area, periodontal care for receding gums, or a night guard if grinding is involved — with a clear plan explained before we start.
