Dental sensitivity is described as a sharp and stabbing tooth pain, generally occurring when consuming cold foods or beverages. This is often caused by receding gums or enamel wear which expose the sensitive layer located under the tooth’s enamel: the dentin. Many factors can cause contact with the dentin and initiate pain: Tooth decay Gum…
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As kids, we’re all taught to brush our teeth regularly to keep them healthy. But what about our gums? The gum is the soft tissue surrounding the neck of teeth which also covers the jawbone. By covering the dental roots, it protects them against microbes. A healthy gum is pink and firm, it attaches around…
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An aching pain in or around a tooth is unpleasant but common. It may have various origins such as cavities, abscesses, inflammation, trauma and even food stuck in-between the teeth and gums. To avoid worsening the dental condition, action has to be taken quickly. To rule out food impaction, the mouth should be rinsed with…
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Tooth enamel can be worn away prematurely. Tooth erosion, which is common in adults but also seen in children and teens, invariably causes irreversible damage. What is dental erosion? Dental erosion occurs when the tooth enamel demineralizes due to acid in the mouth. When the pH level in your mouth falls below 5.5, the surface…
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