Why It Is Important To Visit an Endodontist If You Have Tooth Sensitivity?

Is the cold sensation one gets when having a cool drink or a moment of food enjoyment unpleasant and sharp? Crest Gum Disease: Tooth sensitivity is a regular problem that people experience. But, though it is frequently just a nuisance, tooth sensitivity occasionally reflects a severe issue. Well, how do you know it is time to visit an endodontist?

Solihull Endo is below helping patients understand root causes of tooth sensitivity, understanding when it could be something more serious, and why going to an endodontist could be the difference in saving your smile and preventing pain.

About Tooth Sensitivity

Sensitivity occurs when you lose the outer protective layer of your teeth, the enamel and expose the inner softer layer of the teeth- the dentin. They also found that the living material known as dentin is essentially porous and contains tubes which link through to the tooth’s nerves. Hot or cold food, sweet or acidic food exposes these open tubes to feel sensations and travel to the nerves resulting in that sharp, often uncomfortable sensation.

Yet sometimes sensitivity is not associated with tooth enamel being the issue. Occasionally it may mean there is a problem that lies within the tooth which an endodontist can diagnose and treat.

Causes of Tooth Sensitivity

Sensitivity of the teeth may be caused by any of the following. Here’s a look at some of the most common causes:

1. 1. Enamel Erosion: Enamel, the outer layer of the teeth, erodes because of the excessive consumption of acidic foods, too much brushing, or bruxism. It is when this outer layer becomes less dense and more exposed, that we find ourselves dealing with the dentin and therefore heightened sensitivity.
   2. Tooth Decay: Cavities or tooth decay involve the outer protective surface of the tooth to reveal sick layers underneath it and therefore, the more sensitive part of a tooth feels painful when it comes across foods and temperatures.
   3. Gum Recession: Sometimes due to aging or gum diseases the gum withdraws from the teeth exposing the roots of the teeth. Unlike the enamel which covers and shields the teeth, roots are a very sensitive part of the teeth given that they are not protected in any way.
   4. Dental Procedures: Very often filling and crowning of teeth whitening procedures among other procedures can lead to temporary sensitivity. However, during an extended time of the sensation of discomfort, one might be interested in whether there is a more serious situation with nerve inflammation.
   5. Cracked or Damaged Teeth: A crack as small as a hairline can actually expose the nerves in your teeth and therefore the tooth will be sensitive to changes in temperature, pressure and certain foods.

If any of these following scenarios rings a bell, it may be high time to ask: is it just sensitivity or, is this something else?

When Tooth Sensitivity Signals a Deeper Problem

Many causes of tooth sensitivity are more serious than common wear or a small cavity. Here are the signs that suggest your tooth sensitivity might require a visit to an endodontist, a specialist in diagnosing and treating issues within the tooth’s pulp and surrounding tissues:

• Chronic Hyperthermia and Hypothermia

If you feel that your tooth remains sensitive even after you have consumed a hot or cold meal or beverage this can be indicative of a Pulpal inflammation. Sometimes, lingering sensitivity might mean that the pulp is still alive, meaning there is pulp damage, or infection, which is an area endodontists focus on.

• Glutamine Attenuation Combined with Pain/Swelling

In the circumstance that sensitivity is accompanied by pain that never seems to fade or swelling around the gums this could mean that the pulp of the tooth has become infected. If left without treatment, an infection can advance to involve the overlying tissues and result in further oral diseases.

• Uncomfortable While Chewing or Biting Down

In some cases, tooth sensitivity is matched by discomfort when chewing or biting down, indicating a crack in the tooth or inner structural problem. Endodontists can utilize various imaging to diagnose these cracks and determine pulp health status.

• Tooth Discoloration

Teeth which get stained or become more grayish or darker than their normal color may be an indication of a dying pulp resulting from some trauma or infection. Those splitting haws canker sore colors and sensitive teeth are signs not to be overlooked.

Why Should I See an Endodontist for Tooth Sensation?

Why see an endodontist rather than a general dentist? Endodontics primarily communicates with the inside of teeth, Pulp, and the root canals particularly deal with endodontists. Through specialized training and equipment, they are accomplished in preserving natural teeth, relieving pain and solving many dental problems. 

At Solihull Endo, our team has an approach that provides advanced diagnostics and treatment procedures that aim at solving the root cause of sensitivity of your teeth without having to sacrifice your precious dentition even where the problem seems to originate from within an extreme depth of your teeth.

Root Canal Treatment: The Key to Reducing Severe Sensitivity

If tooth sensitivity is a result of infected or inflamed pulp, then root canal therapy will help to solve that issue. Here’s what to expect during the procedure:

• Numbing the Area: The endodontist should administer a local anesthetic to the affected area so that you don’t feel any pain during the procedure.
• Removing the Infected Pulp: To halt the spread of infection the infected pulp is then surgically dismantled from within the tooth.
• Cleaning and Sealing: They wash the affected area, then pack it with substances in order to avoid further infection.
• Restoration: Last, an anatomical crown, or a simple filling, is put on the prepared tooth to strengthen them and bring it back into function.

Through a root canal, an endodontist can get rid of the pain and sensitivity while keeping your natural teeth advantage.

Other Endodontic Treatment for Tooth Sensitivity

Beyond root canal treatment, endodontists can help with several other procedures aimed at alleviating tooth sensitivity:

• Apicoectomy

If there is a little inflammation or infection that has not resolved after a root canal, an endodontist may recommend an apicoectomy. This is a simple surgical process wherein the head of the tooth root is pulled out and the canal is sealed so as not to encourage more infection.

• Internal Bleaching for Discolored Teeth

If recoloration is accompanied by sensitivity, internal discoloration due to various pathoses may respond to internal bleaching after root endodontic treatment.

• Endodontic Retreatment

If a tooth that has had a root canal done happens to develop sensitivity again then it has to be endodontic – retreated. He或She has to make a fresh ingress to the tooth, to clean the space any more cavities or the new infections and then seal it.

Self-Care Tips to Manage Tooth Sensitivity 

If your sensitivity is mild and doesn’t stem from a deeper issue, there are several self-care steps you can take:

• Use a Soft-Bristled Toothbrush: This is because brushing with a lot of force wearing down the enamel making it to be several times sensitive.
• Switch to Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth: These formulations of toothpaste can hinder any transfer of signals from the teeth’s surface as detected by the nerve.
• Limit Acidic Foods and Drinks: Acidic foods such as citrus fruits, soda, and vinegar, cause demineralization of the tooth’s enamel layer.
• Wear a Mouthguard: If you are a teeth grinder during your sleep, a mouth guard will shield your enamel.

If you find yourself with sensitivity in your teeth, these steps may provide temporary solutions, however, if this continues a visit Solihull Endo will be able to establish the cause.

Why Choose Solihull Endo?

To that effect, Solihull Endo has a focus of getting to the bottom of all your tooth sensitivity issues. Here’s why we’re the trusted choice for endodontic care:

1. Expertise and Precision: Our endodontists dedicate themselves to treating natural teeth and comprehensively diagnosing and addressing problems as part of the efficient care we provide.
2. Advanced Technology: When it comes to the images, treatments and specific tools for root canal treatment we are equipped with modern technology.
3. Patient-Centered Approach: Patient care is truly at the very heart of what we do and we spend time to explore your symptoms, discuss your options and make sure you feel OK.
4. Focus on Pain Relief: It is our desire to ease your discomfort, address some oral health problems of your tooth and get you back to your regular endeavors without the displeasure of pain.
5. Comprehensive Care: We do give Root canal treatments but if maybe in need of apicoectomy or any other endodontic treatment we are ready to offer.

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Tooth Sensitivity can be prevented or alleviated through proper cavities’ care; however, if it stays severe or becomes a cause of the other manifestations, one should turn to a dentist. An endodontist can diagnose the cause of your sensitivity and advise on how to treat your condition in a way that will minimize pain and save your natural teeth.

At Solihull Endo, we provide you with all that you need to remove all causes of tooth pain and sensitivity. Call our office today to make an appointment to learn more about how we can assist in maintaining your teeth for comfort, health, and function.