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A Jolt Of Tooth Sensitivity Needs Expert Intervention

Friday, October 24th, 2014

3534882_blogEven minor sensitivity can put a dampener on your day and with winter creeping ever closer and the lure of cosying up in front of the fire with a hot drink becoming increasingly tempting, now is the perfect time to sort out those sensitive teeth and book an appointment.

Most people notice sensitivity when they eat or drink very cold or hot drinks or food; it usually causes temporary pain, but it can sometimes cause shooting pain, which is very unpleasant.

Why have I got sensitive teeth?

Sensitivity usually results from worn enamel; underneath the enamel lies the dentine, the section of the tooth, which contains the nerves. When the enamel is weak or thin, the dentine is exposed and this is why you feel pain. The enamel can be damaged through injury or eroded as a result of your diet; sugary and acidic foods and drinks accelerate enamel erosion.

Sensitivity can also be a sign of decay or damage to the tooth, such as a fracture.

When should I see a dentist?

If you suffer pain associated with sensitivity on a regular basis, you should see your dentist; you may need a filling or a new crown and we can help to ease your pain and have you fighting fit in time to enjoy those delicious warming winter drinks.

Protecting your teeth from sensitivity

Your diet is really important when it comes to protecting your enamel, so try to avoid eating and drinking sugary and acidic foods on a regular basis and stick to 3 meals a day; eating between meals is particularly damaging because the enamel softens when you eat sugary and acidic foods and grazing means that your enamel is under attack for long periods of time. Always wait at least an hour before brushing your teeth after eating and avoid brushing too hard, as this can damage the enamel.

Come And Check City Leeds Out Before The Pain Gets Too Much

Tuesday, September 9th, 2014

3534882_blogIf you have dental pain, don’t suffer in silence. Come and see us next time you’re in Leeds or give us a call to make an appointment and we will do our best to have you fighting fit. Dental pain often comes and goes, but it tends to get worse with time and it’s always best to get checked out.

What causes dental pain?

There are various possible causes of dental pain, including decay, damaged or eroded enamel, dental abscesses and dental injuries, such as chips and fractures. Pain can appear in various guises, from a dull ache to throbbing pain, which comes on very quickly.

Sensitivity is a very common form of dental pain, which occurs most commonly when you eat or drink something very hot or cold. This is usually the result of worn enamel, which is often caused by acid erosion. When the enamel is worn, the dentin becomes exposed; within the dentin, lie the nerves, which is why you start to feel pain.

Sudden pain can be caused by a dental injury or a dental abscess. Abscesses are infectious sores, which contain with pus; they are caused by bacteria and they are often very painful. If you have a dental abscess, it’s important to see your dentist as soon as you can; unlike other types of abscesses, dental abscesses must be treated by dentists, rather than doctors.

What to do if you have dental pain

If you have dental pain, call the practice and book an appointment and we will see you as soon as possible. In the meantime, we can offer advice about taking pain relief and you could also use self-help techniques, such as applying an ice pack to the tooth and avoiding hard and chewy foods.

Learn the facts about baby bottle decay from Central Leeds dentist

Saturday, May 15th, 2010

Thousands of children every year suffer from extensive tooth decay. Surprisingly, it is often the milk and other liquids from the baby’s bottle that is the major cause of the decay.

Just like adults, young infants teeth are at risk from decay and disease. A baby’s mouth is full of bacteria, which feed on the sugar found in plentiful supply in baby drinks and milk. These bacteria produce acids as a result of feeding off the sugar in the mouth; acids which begin to erode the tooth enamel and cause tooth decay.

Many parents put their children to sleep with their bottle because the child finds this comforting. This allows liquids to pool around the teeth when the child is asleep, meaning there will be several hours of uninterrupted acid erosion. Night after night, this acid erosion begins to negatively affect the baby’s teeth causing a host of dental problems that will affect their teeth now and long into their adult life.

The health of your child’s teeth in infancy is very important, as it will influence how their teeth develop through their life. Central Leeds dentists recommend that you never put your child to sleep with a bottle to protect their developing teeth. It is also a good idea to wipe your baby’s teeth and gums after they have been feeding from a bottle. This helps to remove any plaque and bacteria that might be there and possibly feed off the sugar in the baby’s drink. It may also be a good idea to try and avoid giving your child liquids that have a high sugar content.

You can receive more information about how to prevent baby bottle decay when you visit a Central Leeds dentist for your child’s next check up, which should ideally be occurring every six months. Your dentist will examine the child’s teeth and offer advice about how best to prevent premature decay.