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Dealing with tooth sensitivity is a widespread problem. But what many patients don\u2019t realize is that their choices at home can either help or hinder the dilemma. If you\u2019re dealing with painful \u201czings\u201d of dental pain due to sensitive teeth, be sure that you\u2019re doing things to reduce the pain rather than exacerbate it. Here are four remedies that can help sensitive teeth from Dr. Kyle Todd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose a Soft-Bristled Toothbrush<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The choice to brush your teeth is always a good choice, but when done too aggressively or with too rough of a toothbrush you can actually be irritating your gums and\/or damaging the surface of your teeth. Additionally, if you\u2019re not using a soft-bristled toothbrush you\u2019re likely causing more damage to your mouth than you should be. If you\u2019re already using soft bristles, bravo! Just make sure you\u2019re using gentle brush strokes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avoid Sensitivity-Triggering Foods<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve likely already figured this one out for yourself\u2014there are specific foods that can trigger your sensitive teeth and make it worse. And if you\u2019re lucky enough to know which foods are triggering for your own sensitivity, it\u2019s a no-brainer to avoid those foods. If, however, you haven\u2019t made that connection for yourself and you don\u2019t know which foods may be triggering your sensitivity, start to pay closer attention to your diet. More specifically, watch for correlations between your sensitivity and certain foods that are extreme in temperature (hot\/cold), extremely sweet (sugar-rich), or even acidic. Once you\u2019ve connected the dots, you can make conscious decisions to avoid those foods and increase your comfort simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seek Out Fluoridated Products<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fluoride protects your tooth enamel and prevents decay, but it can also decrease your sensitivity. Seek out products that contain fluoride in order to better your odds at decreasing your own tooth sensitivity. You likely already use a fluoridated toothpaste or gel, but you can also find mouthwashes that contain fluoride. Go ahead and get swishing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use Desensitizing Toothpaste<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This final tip is our favorite one of all and\u2014for many people\u2014the most effective. It\u2019s simple: Start using a sensitivity toothpaste and then stick with it for at least 2-4 weeks.  It\u2019s important to note that there are two different types of sensitivity toothpastes on the market, potassium and calcium. You\u2019ll have to decide which one will best fit your needs, but most people use a potassium-based desensitizing toothpaste and they find that it works despite abrasion and erosion. Calcium-based toothpastes are also worth considering and, in some cases, can even offer a more instantaneous relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having sensitive teeth is more than annoying\u2014it\u2019s painful. Make sure you\u2019re doing everything you can to avoid exacerbation. If the above options aren\u2019t making a significant difference, contact us and request an appointment. We\u2019ll help you attain optimal comfort as well as the healthiest smile possible.
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