Sensitivity of Teeth in Summer

High temperatures increase the intake of ice creams, cold food and drinks or acid juices, something that not everyone has to take. So, what for some people can be refreshing, for a lot of people it can be something painful because it causes an intense pain so they tend to avoid taking this kind of products. This hypersensitivity feeling is what is known as hyperesthesia. The causes are diverse, but between some of the main factors are the bruxism, the recession of the gums, a bad brushing routine, the mouth’s anatomy or even the fact of suffering ulcers, anorexia, bulimia, etc.

However, dental sensitivity is very common in people who their mouth is their working tool like professional tasters of drinks. In people with hypersensitivity, the interior part of the teeth gets uncovered because of the wear due to the erosion of the enamel, so any oral contact passes touching the internal area. The dentine is formed by a serial of conducts connecting the exterior of the tooth with the nerve endings. This is why the intake of any cold or acid food causes a painful reaction in one or more teeth that ends when the stimulus disappear.

But, how can we reduce the effects of dental sensitivity? It is necessary to avoid, as much as possible, the intake of very cold or potentially acid substances. If it is produced by bruxism, the best option is to use a splint download, at night. There are dental pastes to avoid sensitivity specifically created for this people that help to keep isolated the exterior of the dental piece from the nerve endings of its interior. Here is recommended the use of a toothbrush with soft bristles.

In any case, the best thing you can do to fight against dental sensitivity is to visit your dentist, because every mouth is different and need a personalized analysis to find the most effective way to solve it. Leave your problems in professional hands and enjoy the summer without worrying about your mouth!