What to Do If You Have Sensitivity to Cold Food and Drinks

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Do you pass on ice cream, cold soda, or maybe
everyday cold food because it triggers unbearable
sharp pain in your teeth?
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Your teeth become sensitive when the enamel
erodes and when your gums recede.
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The nerve endings in your teeth get exposed
when it comes in contact with cold food, you feel
pain.
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Tooth decay (cavities) Tooth decay causes dental
holes that can expose the nerves.
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Cracked tooth A cracked tooth can expose nerves
in your tooth, causing sensitivity to cold.
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Worn tooth enamel The enamel can get eroded from
acidic and sugary diets exposing nerves.
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Gum recession Gum recession can lead to the
exposure of the sensitive dentin layer causing
cold sensitivity.
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How to Manage Tooth Sensitivity to Cold
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Good oral hygiene can reverse some cases of
sensitivity and other oral/dental diseases.
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Visiting a dental professional for regular
checkups will help you track any developing
conditions.
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Other practices that can help manage
cold-sensitivity include
Drinking using straw
Brushing using warm water
Using toothpaste for sensitive teeth
Breathing through your nose
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As per American Association of Endodontists (AAE)
you should visit a professional if your pain
lingers for more than 30 seconds.
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Your sensitivity could be due to several reasons
may signal other dental problems that could be
developing.
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Depending on what causes your cold sensitivity,
your dentist may suggest the following
treatments
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A crown placement, inlay, or bonding You might
have to go through one of these if you have
fractured or decaying tooth.
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Fluoride gel treatment Fluoride gel strengthens
the tooth enamel reduces pain signals
transmitted to your brain.
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Root canal procedure Your dentist may recommend
a root canal procedure if your sensitivity is
severe.
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Surgical gum graft This is done if you have lost
gum tissue.
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Desensitizing toothpaste The toothpaste contains
compounds that restrict the transmission of
sensation to the brain.
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Let the Dental Group of Simi Valley Help You
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The Dental Group of Simi Valley serves the
residents of Simi Valley California the
surrounding areas.
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We explore all options to give you satisfying
dental care.
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