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I recently started experiencing teeth sensitivity. At first, it only hurt when I drank cold water. But now, the pain is happening even without cold drinks.
On the first day, my lower front incisors were hurting on their own.
The next day, the pain shifted to my lower front left canine.
Today, both my incisors and canines (upper and lower) are hurting.
I’m worried because the sensitivity seems to be spreading. What could be the reason, and what should I do? Are these because of cavities? I do not see any black marks on my teeth.
When i try and lick or scratch my teeth with my nail it feels sensitive.
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Start toothpaste vantej for 3 months to reduce sensitivity.
Get dental cleaning done
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Avoid intense temperature changes in your food, neither too hot or cold for few days.
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There are many reasons for the tooth sensitivity
You need to visit the dentist to rule out the main cause for the sensitivity and can be treated accordingly
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Avoid very hot & cold drinks for sometime, use a medicated toothpaste with a ultrasoft toothbrush , use mouthwash in night specially.
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Visit a tooth doctor near u
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Choose a verified medicated Toothpaste by a Doctor
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Teeth sensitivity can be caused due to various reasons
-tooth enamel worn down due to incorrect brushing ,grinding ,acid reflux /indigestion
-tooth roots exposed due to gum disease
-cavity
-chipped tooth
Depending on cause treatment will be provided and advised
Next Steps
Visit Dentist
Health Tips
Brush twice a day
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Well sensitivity often causes due to lost or worn out tooth structure. It may also be due to gum disease sometimes but considering your actions like scratching/ licking ..it's quite clear that it's due to worn out tooth structure .You may visit a dentist and he vl prescribe you a toothpaste according to the level of sensitivity you have .
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Dr. Aditi Chandak
Dentist
1 yrs exp
Pune
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This looks like a generalized sensitivity.
I recommend using a desensitizing toothpaste and ultra soft toothbrush.
Avoid sugary drinks and cold drinks
Consult a dentist once for ruling out cavities, or other causes if any
Next Steps
Avoid cold drinks
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Brush twice a day
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Dr. Madiha
Dentist
2 yrs exp
Noida
Hello! Your symptoms suggest generalized tooth sensitivity, which may be due to enamel wear, gum recession, or early cavities even if no black spots are visible. Please avoid using your nails to scratch teeth. Use a desensitizing toothpaste twice daily and avoid very cold or acidic foods. An intraoral check-up with X-ray is advised to rule out cavities or other causes. Kindly consult a dentist at the earliest for proper evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Visit a dentist for a clinical examination.
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