{"id":1523,"date":"2016-06-15T09:10:00","date_gmt":"2016-06-15T09:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/freesmile.com\/senza-categoria\/tooth-sensitivity\/"},"modified":"2016-06-15T09:10:00","modified_gmt":"2016-06-15T09:10:00","slug":"tooth-sensitivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/freesmile.com\/en\/trauma-and-sensitivity\/tooth-sensitivity\/","title":{"rendered":"Tooth Sensitivity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Many people experience discomfort when eating or drinking hot and cold foods. Various factors can cause tooth <strong>sensitivity<\/strong>. The following article provides helpful information on this topic to help you understand and manage the issue effectively.   <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The causes of tooth sensitivity: what triggers discomfort and pain<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\">Enamel and dentine are the highly mineralised tissues that protect the <a href=\"https:\/\/freesmile.com\/anatomia-della-bocca\/la-polpa-dentale\/\">pulp <\/a>from temperature changes. <strong>Enamel <\/strong>is the outermost part of the tooth, while <strong>dentine <\/strong>is the inner layer surrounding the <strong>pulp <\/strong>and the <strong>nerve<\/strong>. Over time, the enamel layer can wear down, offering less protection to the dentine. This situation often leads to <strong>tooth sensitivity.<\/strong>  <\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Enamel and dentine are the highly mineralised tissues that protect the pulp from <strong>temperature <\/strong>changes. Enamel is the outermost part of the tooth, while <strong>dentine <\/strong>is the inner layer surrounding the pulp and the nerve. Over time, the enamel layer can wear down, offering less protection to the dentine. This situation often <strong>leads <\/strong>to <strong>tooth<\/strong> sensitivity.   <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>What causes dentine exposure?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">As we mentioned, a thinning <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/freesmile.com\/anatomia-della-bocca\/lo-smalto-dentale\/\">enamel <\/a><\/strong>layer can cause this issue. Several factors contribute to this, including ageing, using an <strong>abrasive toothpaste<\/strong>, incorrect brushing techniques, and consuming acidic foods or drinks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">As we mentioned, a thinning enamel layer can cause this issue. <a href=\"https:\/\/freesmile.com\/en\/gum-problems\/treating-periodontitis\/\">Several factors contribute to this<\/a>, including <a href=\"https:\/\/freesmile.com\/problemi-gengivali\/la-recessione-gengivale\/\"><strong>ageing<\/strong>,<\/a> using an abrasive toothpaste, incorrect <strong>brushing <\/strong>techniques, and consuming acidic <strong>foods <\/strong>or <strong>drinks<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong>Teeth grindin<\/strong>g can also cause wear of the enamel and exposure of the underlying <strong>dentin <\/strong>layer, resulting in<strong> increased sensitivity.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Remedies and treatments for tooth sensitivity<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong>Prevention <\/strong>is the most effective remedy. Here are some practical steps you can take to avoid the problems we discussed: <\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Use a soft-bristled toothbrush.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Brush your teeth correctly to prevent enamel abrasion.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Brush your teeth correctly to prevent enamel abrasion.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Brush your teeth correctly to prevent enamel abrasion.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Adopt a diet low in acidic foods.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Adopt a diet low in acidic foods.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Visit your dentist or hygienist regularly for a professional scale and polish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many people experience discomfort when eating or drinking hot and cold foods. Various factors can cause tooth sensitivity. 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