Teeth are an important part of our body. All the energy that our body gets, it comes from eating food and our digestive system starts from the mouth. Hence, it is extremely essential to take care of your teeth and mouth. When you are unable to eat anything hot or cold or there is a sharp tingling in the teeth, it is due to sensitivity. This is one of the normal dental problems especially when the weather is changing. In such a situation, it is very difficult to drink cold water and hot coffee, but with the right care, you can protect your teeth from sensitivity. Let us know how we can take care of our mouth and teeth and overcome the problem of tooth sensitivity :
Tooth decay
If you have cavity in your teeth, then eating hot or cold in your teeth causes sensitivity. In this case, the teeth should be treated quickly.
Post dental treatment
Many dental treatments such as whitening, scaling and composite filing lead to post dental treatment. This treatment takes only a short time.
Change in weather
Cold and hot teeth are a normal problem that occurs with many people. But during cold days this problem increases and pain starts on rinse and water in the teeth. So it is due to sensitivity of teeth.
Chronic tooth problem
Sometimes old filings done in teeth years ago cause sensitivity.
Teeth wear
Often the wear and tear of teeth weakens their roots, which can cause sensitivity problems.
Measures to prevent tooth sensitivity:
Use desensitizing products
There are many types of desensitizing products in the market from toothbrush to toothpaste and mouthwash. Which is better to get relief from sensitivity. If you have sensitivity problem, you should use desensitizing products for 2-3 months to get relief in it.
Improve your food
Make sure you include fruits and vegetables in your diet, especially sweet potatoes and bananas, that have ample amount of potassium and phosphorus that helps to nourish your teeth. You can also rub the banana peel on the teeth to prevent sensitivity.
Understand the reason for sensitivity
The cause of sensitivity can be a major problem in your teeth. So go for a quick checkup, not only this, you can also get an x-ray done of your teeth.
Avoid Trigger Foods
Other trigger foods like ice cream, sweets, hot coffee and tea which cause sensitivity should be used sparingly.
by- Amodita Joshi