About 15 percent of the population have sensitive teeth. These people often experience pain from ingesting very hot, cold, sweet, or acidic foods and beverages, although they may also experience discomfort from something as simple as brushing.
Fortunately, there are steps that everyone can take to alleviate and prevent tooth sensitivity. Here we explain three strategies that work to keep sensitive teeth under control Apart from avoiding foods and drinks that cause you pain:
Brush your teeth gently. Taking more vigorous passes will not make your teeth cleaner, but will only increase the risk of tooth sensitivity. And is that too hard brushing can cause the gums to move away from the teeth, exposing the nerve. Use a soft bristle brush and make short, smooth strokes from top to bottom. You will keep your teeth healthy and clean, as long as you do it twice a day for two minutes.
Wear a mouth guard to sleep. If you grind your teeth - a condition called bruxism - your enamel can wear away, opening a canal between the outside of the tooth and the underlying nerves. Consult with your dentist about making a mouth guard, although you may consider introducing relaxing activities like meditation into your daily routine first, as grinding your teeth is often a sign of stress.
Whitening treatments, both home and professional, performed in the dentist's office, can cause some temporary sensitivity, so if you want to brighten your smile, inform your dentist beforehand. Depending on the level of your problem, whitening may not be advisable for your case.