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FAQ
Q. WHAT IS TEETH SENSITIVITY?
A. Sensitive Teeth is the sensation of pain or tingling in your teeth, especially when eating sweets or very hot or cold foods. Pain from sensitive teeth is not always constant; it can come and go. If you have constant pain in your teeth, that may be a sign of a more serious problem. It is important to discuss any symptoms of tooth pain with your dentist to determine the cause and proper treatment.
Q. WHAT CAUSES TEETH SENSITIVITY?
A. In healthy teeth, porous tissue called dentin is protected by your gums and by your teeth's hard enamel shell. Microscopic holes in the dentin, called tubules, connect to the nerve, triggering pain when irritated by certain foods and beverages.
Dentin can be exposed by:
- Receding gums caused by improper brushing or gum disease
- Fractured or chipped teeth
- Clenching or grinding your teeth
- Erosion
Q. HOW DO I TREAT TEETH SENSITIVITY?
A. Depending on the diagnosis, your dentist may recommend one or more of the following treatments to relieve the symptoms of sensitive teeth.- A soft-bristle toothbrush
- A fluoride rinse or gel for sensitive teeth prescribed by your dentist
- A desensitizing toothpaste
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CHAO PINHOLE GUM REJUVENATION
This animation compares conventional gum grafting to Chao Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation® the minimally invasive treatment for receding gums invented and patented by dentist and educator Dr. John Chao. Gum recession is corrected in minutes with no scalpels and no stitches.
