Tender Teeth Habits

If you avoid eating cold foods or drinking hot beverages because your teeth are a little tender, it may be time to get to the root of this problem. Sometimes the solution is simply breaking bad habits. If you catch yourself performing any of the following habits, our doctors at Alta Loma Dental Care recommend doing your best to break them.

• You’re brushing too hard – over time, if you brush with too much force, you can wear down the protective layers of your teeth and expose the microscopic hollow tubes or canals that lead to your dental nerves. When these tubules are exposed, tooth sensitivity is a result.


• You’re eating too many acidic foods – If the pathways to your nerves are exposed, acidic foods will leave you in pain.


• You have tooth decay – If you have tooth decay, it’s easy for bacteria to accumulate in these tiny crevices, which causes acid build-up and enamel breakdown.


• You’re a tooth grinder – Grinding your teeth can wear down your enamel. This exposes the dentin and causes sensitive teeth.

If you have sensitive teeth, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.altalomadentalcare.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Alta Loma Dental Care in Alta Loma, CA, call 909-987-6268.

What Causes Tooth Sensitivity and How Can It Be Stopped?

Tooth sensitivity can be painful and can keep you from enjoying the foods and drinks you love. At Alta Loma Dental Care of Alta Loma, CA, we strive to fight tooth sensitivity, which is why we want to provide information about why it happens how to minimize it.

Tooth sensitivity can be the result of many conditions. The pain you feel happens when your gums expose then dentin. Dentin makes up the inside of a tooth and the roots. It has tubes that lead to the pulp, which is the nerve center of the tooth. Damage to a tooth, from decay, worn enamel, teeth grinding, or fractures can cause sensitive teeth. Whitening products, age, acidic foods, and plaque build-up are all conditions that can cause a sensitive tooth. To reverse this, you must reverse the habit that is causing the irritation.

To keep teeth and gums clean, brushing and flossing every day is a must. Using a soft-bristled toothbrush will also make sure you are not harming gums and will make sure you are not wearing down your enamel. Toothpaste with fluoride in it will help strengthen enamel. Avoid highly acidic foods and drinks. It is also important to remember to wait at least thirty minutes after eating to brush your teeth, as the acid from foods can wear down enamel when brushed right after.

If you are experiencing tooth sensitivity, schedule an appointment with Alta Loma Dental Care in our Alta Loma, CA location for an examination. To schedule, call (909) 987-6268 or visit our website, www.altalomadentalcare.com.