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Sensitive Teeth? How Your Dental Hygienist Can Help

Do you cringe when eating ice cream or drinking hot coffee? Tooth sensitivity is a common complaint, causing sharp, temporary pain in response to hot, cold, sweet, or acidic stimuli. While sensitivity can have various causes, your dental hygienist at Practice 32 in Colorado Springs can often help identify contributing factors and offer solutions to manage the discomfort during your preventive care visit.

Common Causes of Tooth Sensitivity

Sensitivity often occurs when the protective outer layer of enamel wears down, or when gums recede, exposing the underlying dentin layer. Dentin contains microscopic tubules that lead directly to the tooth’s nerve. Triggers like temperature changes can travel through these tubules, causing pain. Common causes include:

• Gum Recession: Exposes sensitive root surfaces.
• Enamel Wear: From acidic foods/drinks, teeth grinding (bruxism), or abrasive brushing.
• Tooth Decay (Cavities): Requires diagnosis and treatment by a dentist.
• Cracked Teeth or Worn Fillings: Also requires assessment by a dentist.
• Gum Disease (Gingivitis/Periodontitis): Inflammation can increase sensitivity.
• Post-Dental Treatment Sensitivity: Sometimes temporary after procedures like cleanings or whitening.

How Your Hygienist at Practice 32 Addresses Sensitivity

During your hygiene appointment, we can help manage sensitivity in several ways:

• Gentle Cleaning Techniques: Using Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) allows for thorough cleaning with minimal scraping and gentler air/water spray, reducing irritation to sensitive areas.
• Desensitizing Agents: We can apply professional desensitizing products (like varnishes or liquids) directly to sensitive tooth surfaces. These work by blocking the tiny tubules in the dentin.
• Fluoride Varnish Application: Fluoride helps strengthen enamel and can reduce sensitivity by blocking tubules.
• Home Care Recommendations: We can recommend specific desensitizing toothpastes, proper brushing techniques (using a soft brush, less pressure), and dietary advice (limiting acidic foods/drinks).
• Identifying Potential Causes: We assess your gums for recession, check for obvious signs of enamel wear, and screen for gum disease, helping pinpoint factors contributing to your sensitivity.

When a Dentist Visit is Needed

While your hygienist provides supportive care, sensitivity caused by underlying dental problems requires diagnosis and treatment from a dentist at a qualified dental practice. If we suspect decay, cracks, significant wear requiring bonding/crowns, or advanced gum disease needing more than non-surgical therapy, we will refer you to a trusted dental office in Colorado Springs for appropriate care.

Managing Tooth Sensitivity in Colorado Springs

Don’t suffer through tooth sensitivity! Discuss your symptoms with our knowledgeable dental hygienists at Practice 32. We can help manage discomfort related to preventive care and guide you on appropriate next steps.

Call Practice 32 today at 719-427-4733 to schedule your appointment and discuss solutions for sensitive teeth!

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I highly recommend Practice 32. Olivia is very knowledgeable. She has state of the art equipment and takes the time to explain what she is doing, explains how to properly floss and how to take the best care of your teeth. Very different from any other teeth cleaning I’ve ever experienced! Definitely check out Practice 32!


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Not only are my teeth super clean, I learned so much in how to properly clean my teeth. Trust me, I thought I knew what I was doing but Olivia showed me the way!! If you want great care and knowledge, go see Olivia. Wouldn’t go anywhere else!!


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This was the most pleasant and relaxing dental cleaning that I’ve ever had. Olivia was patient and kind, and explained the process and the equipment. I found it both interesting and informative! I appreciate that she was also able to take X-rays, which can be sent to my new dentist. Olivia will be my hygienist from here on out. Thank you!


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Olivia is a wonderful! This is the first time I’ve used the guided biofilm therapy, and my teeth felt so much cleaner than a traditional cleaning. Highly recommend!

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