Ask the Dental Experts
Our philosophy is to help our patients achieve and maintain exceptional dental health. We work hard to make sure that our level of care is deserving of our patients’ respect and confidence. Our tradition of preventive dentistry is the basis for all service and care in our practice. We welcome all questions and comments regarding dentistry in the hope that we increase your dental "IQ" and help you make better dental health decisions.Monday, May 22, 2006
Tooth Sensitivity
Q: My front teeth have recently become very sensitive to hot and cold. I can't think of what could be the reason for this new sensitivity. Any ideas?
A: Sensitive anterior (front) teeth can be caused by several different factors:
1) You may have developed a cavity and may need a dental filling.
2) You may have an old filling with recurrent decay that is close to your nerve which is causing sensitivity to hot and cold. This may mean that you need to have a root canal.
3) You may have tiny fractures in your teeth which have become larger and are closer to your nerve. This is sometimes called Cracked Tooth Syndrome.
4) You may have abfractions which you have developed over the years. Abfractions are ditched out areas of the enamel of the tooth along the gum line.
Please call us at 888.790.0309 if you need any further information.
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