Dental guide · Jodhpur
Sensitive teeth: why cold and hot hurt
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A short, sharp twinge with cold water, ice cream, hot tea or sweets is called tooth sensitivity. It is very common and very treatable.
Common signs
- Sharp pain with cold or hot food and drinks
- Discomfort when brushing
- Pain with sweet or sour food
Common causes
- Worn enamel from hard brushing
- Receding gums exposing the root
- Cavities or cracked teeth
- Teeth grinding
- Recent whitening
What you can do at home
- Use a soft toothbrush and brush gently
- Try a toothpaste made for sensitive teeth for a few weeks
- Avoid very acidic drinks between meals
Home care can ease symptoms, but it doesn't fix the cause.
When to see a dentist
If sensitivity lasts more than a couple of weeks, or one tooth is much worse than the others, have it checked.
Sensitive Teeth: your questions
What causes sensitive teeth?
Common causes include: worn enamel from hard brushing, receding gums exposing the root, cavities or cracked teeth, teeth grinding, recent whitening.
What can I do at home for sensitive teeth?
Use a soft toothbrush and brush gently. Try a toothpaste made for sensitive teeth for a few weeks. Avoid very acidic drinks between meals.
When should I see a dentist?
If sensitivity lasts more than a couple of weeks, or one tooth is much worse than the others, have it checked.
Where can I get sensitive teeth treated in Jodhpur?
At Dr. Deepshikha's Dental Clinic, G-165, Shastri Nagar, Jodhpur, Rajasthan 342003. Call or WhatsApp +91 80038 31576. Monday to Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM. Sunday 11 AM to 5 PM.
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