What can a dentist do to alleviate the problem of sensitive teeth? Are there any other more permanent options than special toothpastes such as Sensodyne?
Whenever a patient presents with sensitive teeth, a thorough diagnosis must be made. Whether there is a cavity, post-operative symptoms from a deep filling, an acute pulpitis or degenerating nerve, an undiclosed fracture of a tooth, or idiopathic tooth hypersensitivity, the presenting symptoms may be similar. This may include a sensitivity to heat, cold, pressure, or tactile stimuli greater than that which is normally expected. That is why it is important not to jump to a final diagnosis too soon. If the more serious possibilities have been ruled out, only then should a dentist prescribe a course of symptomatic treatment for tooth hypersensitivity. The use of desensitizing toothpastes such as Sensodyne has the advantage of being an inexpensive, effective, conservative approach that can be continued indefinitely. It is true that this is not a permanent cure, but continued use of the toothpaste can perpetuate the salutary effect. This is not a liability, since most persons will use a den
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