10 Gum Disease Symptoms
Symptom #7: Sensitive Teeth
In healthy teeth, there is a protective layer of enamel, cementum, and dentin. When enamel and cementum erode, dentin is exposed allowing heat to reach the cells and nerves in the tooth resulting in sensitive teeth. Patients often describe sensitive teeth as having a painful experience when they drink or eat hot or cold food and beverages.
Sensitive teeth can occur when there are fractured teeth, gum disease, tooth decay, worn fillings, exposed tooth rot, and worn tooth enamel. Helpful measures include treatments such as a crown, fluoride gel, surgical gum graft, desensitizing toothpaste, or root canal.
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