Dentist in Richmond Virginia What Causes Teeth Whitening Sensitivity And How To Deal With It

What Causes Teeth Whitening Sensitivity And How To Deal With It

If you have ever undergone teeth whitening treatment wither at home or at your dentist’s office, your teeth have probably experienced either a

slight tingle or an acute hypersensitivity.

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As much as teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dental treatment

that can greatly improve your appearance, one it’s key pitfalls is

teeth sensitivity.



Statistics show that about 45 million Americans or 1 in 5 adults suffer from

teeth sensitivity.



Teeth sensitivity is caused when the hard enamel that covers the inner porous layer called the dentin is

stripped away.



The dentin layer is where the nerve endings are present, so when the enamel is eroded, your nerves are exposed to the elements and this

painful exposure is what is known as teeth sensitivity.



There are a number of reasons why the tooth enamel gets eroded leading

to sensitivity:



* Tooth decay



* Chipped, Broken or cracked teeth



* Broken, splintered or worn out dental fillings



* Using too much force when brushing your teeth



* Using a very hard toothbrush everyday



* Grinding or clenching your teeth very often



* Overeating acidic foods like pickles



* Cracking hard candy in your mouth



* Teeth whitening



Teeth whitening leads to teeth sensitivity because the active ingredient which is hydrogen

peroxide, bleaches the teeth and remove both surface and deeper level

stains.



How to deal with teeth whitening sensitivity



* To decrease the chances of getting sensitivity, use whitening products that have lower levels of hydrogen

peroxide



* Apply teeth whitening treatments for a shorter time



* Although mild sensitivity for a few days during whitening treatments is

common, if it should persist for longer than a week and is very painful, then stop using the whitening treatment

product at once.



It is wise to then consult your dentist as he can recommend the best way

forward.



* After a whitening treatment session, avoid eating or drinking very

cold or very hot foods and drinks.



Exposing your whitened teeth to these extreme temperatures triggers painful

sensitivity.



Make sure your foods and drinks are at room temperature.



You should also avoid acidic foods for a few days after whitening your teeth.



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