Sensitive teeth can be caused by these 7 things

4. Grinding

Oftentimes, people don’t realise they grind their teeth because they do it when they’re asleep or they do it subconsciously when they’re stressed. However, teeth grinding can severely damage the enamel on your teeth. Once the enamel is gone, it won’t come back again. So, try to be more mindful during the day so you’ll notice when you’re grinding your teeth. A special night guard for your teeth can also help to lessen nightly grinding. If you want to try out a night guard, contact your dentist about the possibilities.

5. Dental erosion

Tooth enamel can be damaged by acidic food or drinks; the acid causes you to brush off the enamel more easily when you’re brushing your teeth. That’s why it’s best to avoid acidic food and drinks as much as possible. Examples of these types of food and drinks are fruit juices, wine, vinegar, soft drinks of citrus fruits.

6. Oral hygiene

Unfortunately, there’s not a lot you can do about receding gums, which happens as you get older. However, you can slow down the process a lot by maintaining your oral hygiene. Brush and floss your teeth daily to keep your gums healthy for as long as possible.

7. Cavities or cracked teeth

Do none of the causes we mentioned above seem to fit with your problem? Then there’s a chance you have a cavity or a cracked tooth. This can also cause your teeth to become very sensitive. Visit your dentist for a checkup if your teeth sensitivity doesn’t go away.

Read more: This is what happens if you ignore a cavity in your tooth

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