24/12/2020
How Winter Weather Can Cause Toothaches and Sensitivity:
Do your teeth ever hurt when you eat something hot or cold? When tooth enamel wears down or the gums recede, it exposes a layer of your teeth that is very sensitive to temperature changes. If something too hot or too cold touches this part of your mouth, you’ll feel some pain.
But you aren’t just at risk for this type of discomfort because of your diet. During the winter, your teeth contract in response to intense cold weather. This can lead to cracks in your teeth , exposing the vulnerable microscopic tubes beneath your enamel and cause the same type of pain that you experience when you bite into ice cream. This is the same tooth pain you feel because of cavities, gum disease, and other bad oral habits.
This layer below the enamel is called dentin. It’s the core of the teeth with the enamel covering the top of this layer and the gums covering the bottom portion. Unfortunately, the dentin is covered in nerve fibers. Therefore, any problems with your enamel or gums, such as periodontal disease, could leave you vulnerable to cold weather pain.
Weather sensitivity can occur regardless of how well you care for your teeth, but you’re at greater risk if you don’t practice good oral hygiene and live in an area that has extreme temperature swings.
Common Reasons for Seasonally Sensitive Teeth:
Your dentin could be exposed for a number of reasons. People often wear down their enamel or suffer from receding gums and tooth sensitivity because of one of the following reasons:
• Periodontal disease: Diseases of the gums can expose the dentin and cause sensitivity. Gingivitis is one of the earliest stages of periodontal disease.
• Brushing too vigorously: Brushing with too much force and too often can start to wear away the enamel and actually damage the surface of the tooth.
• Clenching and grinding: Some people may clench or grind their teeth in their sleep. This can wear down tooth enamel and lead to sensitivity.
• Tooth decay: Sensitivity to cold is an early sign of an undetected tooth decay problem. If you start to experience tooth pain, go see a dentist.
• Acidic beverages: Sodas, coffee, tea, and other drinks with a high concentration of acid, such as juices, can erode your teeth and expose the dentin layer.
• Other lifestyle habits: Other bad oral health habits, such as using to***co products or not brushing or flossing properly, can cause your gums to recede. When this happens, the dentin at the base of the gums is exposed and can lead to temperature-sensitive teeth.
Dental Care Tips During the Winter to Avoid Teeth Pain:
The following tips will help you protect your teeth and reduce the risk of uncomfortable tooth pain during the winters.
• A fluoride application Use the toothpaste that contains fluoride or try one that is specifically formulated for sensitive teeth.
• Don’t over brush
• Reduce the amount of acidic beverages and sugar in your diet
• Breathe in Through Your Nose – Breathing through your nose prevents the cold air from hitting your teeth while exhaling through your mouth allows the air from the lungs to keep them warm.
• Warm Beverages – Sipping on a warm beverage can keep the teeth from becoming too cold, especially if you are going to be outside for several hours at a time.
• Use a Mouth Guard – Wearing a mouth guard when you are going to be outside for long periods of time will prevent you from forcing your teeth together while you work and keep them from clicking together if your teeth begin to chatter from the cold.
• Visit Your Dentist Regularly – Regular visits to your dentist for check-ups and routine fluoride treatments will also help to protect your teeth throughout the winter.
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