Tooth sensitivity is a common issue that can affect up to one in two people at some point in their lives. This type of sensitivity can cause you to experience a sharp shooting pain generally caused by cold items such as food or drink.

Dentine sensitivity is due to the dentine, a sponge like material that connects the root canal pulp to the surrounding tissues, being partly exposed.

This type of sensitivity can be triggered by:

• Cold, and or acidic food or drinks.
• Too vigorous brushing.
• Tooth erosion or receding gums.
• Plaque buildup.

Fortunatley making simple changes can over time can help reduce sensitivity, incorporating into your oral hygine regime a soft toothbrush and desensitising toothpaste may provide relief.

John Street Dental, your local community Redcliffe Dentist’s, suggest that you never ignore ongoing dental pain and always have it checked by by a Dentist.