february 22, 2012 05:54pm

Tooth Sensitivity

According to the Academy of General Dentistry nearly 45 million Americans experience tooth sensitivity. It can affect part of a tooth, an entire tooth, or your entire mouth. Typically, when someone is experiencing sensitive teeth, it is characterized by a tingly feeling or a sharp shooting pain in the tooth affected. People are more commonly affected by sensitive teeth when eating hot or cold foods or beverages, or when cold air reaches the teeth. People commonly confuse tooth sensitivity with root damage.

Tooth sensitivity can be caused by numerous things. Naturally over time the enamel on your teeth is worn down. However, there are other factors that can cause tooth sensitivity. If you ingest acidic liquids on a regular basis, this can wear down your tooth enamel more quickly, causing sensitive teeth. Also, if you have a habit of grinding your teeth, it can cause all teeth to have a sensitive feeling. If you brush your teeth to hard it can cause wear down of your enamel, exposing your dentin. This will cause your teeth to be much more sensitive.

In order to treat tooth sensitivity at home, you should use fluoride treatments and over the counter toothpastes that make the root nerve less sensitive. Its important to visit your dentist prior to deciding which home remedy you would like to use, as they will have suggestions as to which option is right for you.

february 20, 2012 11:18am

Dental Humor!

february 17, 2012 02:26pm

The Link Between Oral Hygiene and Heart Health

The importance of good oral hygiene is relatively well known. However, many people don't realize the effect it can have on more important aspects of your body, such as your heart. Below is a link that will lead you to an article explaining the risks bad oral hygiene can have on your heart.

http://www.hollandsentinel.com/news/x1134097775/Delta-Dental-stresses-link-between-good-oral-health-and-heart-health