Sensitivity of the teeth / Dentine Hypersensitivity

ensitivity of the teeth / Dentine Hypersensitivity

This pain arising from exposed dentine in response to a thermal, tactile, or osmotic stimulus (but not all exposed dentine gives arise to symptoms).
it is thought to be due to dentinal fliuid movement stimulating pulpal pain receptors. prevalence is ~ 1:7 adults with peak in young adults, then dedecrease with age. Diagnosis is by elimination of other possible causes and by evoking symptoms.

Treatment involve decrease aetiological factors (i.e. OHI, possibly including tooth-brushingtechnique and intrinsic and extrinsic dental erosion) and by decrease permebility of dentinal tubules (e.g. by toothpast containing stronium &/or fluoride, placemnt of varnishes, dentine adhesive system, or if indicated ,a restoration).

Rx. Done : OHI given to the Patient & gel for sensitive teeth prescribed (sensigel)


Some of the most common dental conditions that can cause sensitive teeth include:
Brushing Too Hard : Dental hygiene habits such as brushing too frequently, too vigorously or with a hard-bristled toothbrush can eventually wear down tooth enamel. These can also cause receding gums, causing further exposure of the dentine.

Gum Disease (Gingivitis) : When gum tissue becomes inflamed and weakened from gingivitis (gum disease), you might have sensitive gums and may feel tooth sensitivity because more of the underlying dentine root surface is exposed.

Teeth Grinding : If you teeth grind when you sleep, or if you clench your teeth throughout the day, you may be wearing down enamel and exposing the underlying dentine layer of your tooth.

Receding Gums : A receding gum near the sensitive tooth, caused by conditions such as periodontal disease, can expose the tooth's dentine and cause sensitivity. Brushing too vigorously or frequently can also cause receding gums.