Tooth Sensitivity Treatment

Tooth Sensitivity Treatment

Teeth desensitisation treatment is carried out to manage repeated episodes of sharp transient pain when eating sweet, sour or acidic food; or when drinking hot or cold drinks. This is generally caused by loss of the enamel shell due to decay, exposure of the tooth root due to gum disease or cracked teeth. Patients who have grinding habits or who suffer from gastro-oesophageal reflux are also at a higher risk of experiencing teeth sensitivity.

Benefits of Tooth Sensitivity Treatment

Tooth sensitivity treatment allows patients to resume normal day to day functions, minus the sensitivity when eating or drinking.

Treatment Process

Our dentist will first perform an oral examination, conduct special investigations or take x-rays of your teeth to determine the underlying cause of the sensitivity. Once the underlying cause is determined, treatment may consist of one or more of the following: personal use of desensitising toothpastes, fluoride gel application, fillings, crowning, gum grafting or root canal treatment.

FAQs on Scaling & Polishing

1. How long will the treatment take?
The procedure time is dependent on the treatment plan. Fluoride gel application and fillings are relatively simple and can be completed within a single visit whereas more complex procedures may require multiple visits or even require the attention of a specialist.

2. Is the treatment painful?
The experience may vary depending on the treatment plan. Fluoride gel application is painless and only requires an hour of abstinence from eating and drinking after the procedure. Other treatment may require the use of local anaesthetics and involve tooth preparation.

3. How long will the effects last?
Recurrence of teeth sensitivity hinges on the management of the underlying cause and chosen treatment. Your dentist will often recommend a conservative treatment approach, supported by an action plan to manage the underlying cause at the start. Example, a person who is experiencing teeth sensitivity due to overzealous brushing may be treated with fluoride gel application and modification of existing brushing technique or frequency. Another example, a person who suffers from excessive enamel wear due to teeth grinding when sleeping may be treated with a combination of crowning and use of a night guard.

4. Are there any risks?
Treatment risk is dependent on the chosen treatment. Fluoride gel application and fillings are safe, with little or no risk. The potential risk for complications increases with more advanced treatment options such as gum grafting or root canal treatment although it is still considered to be relatively low.

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