Quality Dental Care you can count on

Sensitive teeth are typically the result of worn tooth enamel or exposed tooth roots. Sometimes, however, tooth discomfort is caused by other factors, such as a cavity, a cracked or chipped tooth, a worn filling, or gum disease.

If you’re bothered by sensitive teeth, visit your dentist. He or she can identify or rule out any underlying causes of your tooth sensitivity.

You’ll want to buy a toothbrush with soft bristles, since medium and firm toothbrushes can damage teeth and gums. Either powered or manual toothbrushes clean teeth well. As far as toothpaste goes, toothpastes with American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance always have fluoride, which strengthens and protects teeth. If you have tooth sensitivity to cold or hot drinks, let you dentist know and choose a tooth paste for sensitive teeth.

There’s no getting around the need to get around your teeth daily with dental floss. It clears food and plaque from between teeth and under the gumline. If you don’t, plaque hardens into tartar, which forms wedges and widens the space between teeth and gums, causing pockets. Over time, gums pull away and teeth loosen.

Either waxed or unwaxed floss will do the job. Using floss picks or interdental brushes is another easy option.