Bad Breath: You Don't Have to Live with It

Tooth sensitivity can have a significant impact on your life. When you deal with sensitivity issues, you have to constantly monitor what you eat and drink, if you don't want to experience any discomfort. While you want to visit a dental provider to get to the bottom of the concern, there are some things you can do in the meantime to help provide yourself with some relief; here are some of them.

Change Your Toothpaste

If you're not using a toothpaste that is formulated for people with sensitive teeth, you may want to swap your current option for a new one. Some special toothpaste formulas contain active independents that don't resolve the sensitivity concern, but they can lower the amount of discomfort you feel. You could loosely call them a pain blocker for the teeth. However, these solutions don't work for everyone. But if you're experiencing significant discomfort, it's worth the try. 

Avoid Triggers

The best way to control tooth sensitivity is to avoid your triggers. If you just started experiencing the concern, you may not know precisely what your triggers are just yet. However, a food journal can help you narrow down the list. But if you know what your triggers are, you should limit how often you drink or eat these items. When you do plan to eat them, have a toothbrush nearby so that you can brush quickly to help lessen the impact they have on your teeth. 

Switch Your Brushing Habits

Alter the way that you brush your teeth. Many people approach teeth in the same manner they do cleaning, in that they scrub hard to remove any buildup. But while your enamel is strong, it is still sensitive. Additionally, if you brush very hard over an extended period, you can even cause damage to your enamel. If you already deal with sensitivity concerns, the hard brushing will only make matters worse. There is a way that you can clean your teeth without being rough. 

Maintain Good Oral Hygiene

Tooth sensitivity can occur for several reasons, but some oral health conditions increase your risk for this condition, including receding gums. Receding gums is a common symptom of gum disease, and gum disease often occurs due to a lack of regular flossing and brushing. Improving your oral health regimen may or may not eliminate any condition you suffer from, but the process can at least prevent the condition from getting worse, which can provide future relief for any discomfort.

If you deal with tooth sensitivity you can follow these tips. However, make sure you are visiting your dentist for a proper diagnosis and additional tips.