Tooth sensitivity is often the result of exposure to the underlying layers of teeth or the tooth’s root. General dentistry practices offer restorative treatment to deal with sensitive teeth. This article discusses the different types of treatments available to patients with sensitive teeth.
Sensitive teeth can be treated in various ways. The recommended treatment depends on the severity of the sensitivity and its underlying cause. The most common types of general dentistry treatments to deal with sensitive teeth are dental fillings, dental crowns, composite bonding, fluoride treatments, and gum treatments.
One of the main causes of sensitive teeth is dental cavities (tiny holes in teeth). Cavities can form when the enamel (the outermost layer of teeth) erodes, leaving the underlying layers of teeth and the roots, where nerves and blood vessels are, exposed. A dental filling is used to treat minor cavities that cause sensitivity and other discomforting symptoms.
A dental crown, also called a dental cap, covers all sides of a tooth to restore its size and shape and protect it from further harm. This general dentistry restoration is usually recommended to repair a broken tooth, such as a chip or a crack, that leads to tooth sensitivity and other discomforting symptoms. A crown may be placed to help strengthen a tooth as well.
Dental bonding is also used for chips and cracks that may lead to tooth sensitivity. This treatment is often used for cosmetic reasons, and the material used closely matches the shade of natural teeth.
Fluoride treatment may be an option for weakened enamel that has not yet eroded. Once enamel loses its strength, it could cause a sensitive feeling, especially when exposed to hot or cold substances or weather. Fluoride strengthens the bond of enamel to prevent decay and relieve sensitive teeth.
Gum erosion and deep gum pockets, which often result from periodontitis, can cause tooth sensitivity. When this occurs, gum treatments may be the best way to cover the tooth’s root and relieve the sensitive feeling, along with preventing other concerns from developing.
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