Winters Can Cause Teeth pain : Know How
As Winters approaches we all have many things to plan for Christmas, New Year Vacation. However, besides all these one things you must add to your checklist is to visit your dentist. Do not allow teeth pain to ruin your plans and vacations, especially when you are facing some sensitivity or pain and have missed your regular appointment.
Can Cold weather cause teeth pain?
Yes especially when you have broken, chipped or deep fillings, gum recession or you have pre-existing mild pain which may aggravate during winters
Broken, Chipped Deep fillings:
Your teeth contract or expand in response to extreme weather conditions ie too hot or cold may lead to micro cracks in your tooth structure and when these cracks progress deep in dentin layer and beyond it can lead to sensitivity and pain. In Case of large fillings or broken chipped fillings, these cracks are formed at a junction and progress more to inner vital layers and lead to pulp damage and pain. So if you have chipped or broken teeth fillings get them repaired or replaced before it gets worse.
Gum Diseases:
In the case of Gum diseases, the gum tissue recedes from your teeth structure and lead to exposure of cementum layer which is a weaker layer and readily sheds off leaving the inner dentin layer to expose. These dentin layers contain a fluid which moves in & out in response to extreme cold and hot temperatures and cause teeth sensitivity. Know why to get your teeth replaced with dental implants.
Other Reasons which makes your teeth sensitive are:
Teeth Decay: Tooth decay which is progressed to deep layers are the reason for sensitive tooth also if it reaches up to deep living pulp layer it can lead to dead tooth and severe pain. So get your teeth checked and filled in initial stages when you have started feeling sensitivity before its too late.
Teeth Clenching and Grinding: Teeth Grinding or Clenching habits lead to wear in enamel leaving exposed dentin behind and sensitivity. Protect your teeth with a night guard.
Acidic Beverages: Consumption of Aerated & Acidic drinks lead to the dissolution of the enamel layer and lead to teeth sensitivity.
Brushing too vigorously: Too much pressure applied during brushing harm your teeth structure and wear enamel. Don’t think that hard brushing will remove the stain completely
Teeth Whitening Agents: Excessive use of teeth whitening toothpaste and gels leave sensitive teeth behind. Use only approved products under the guidance of a dentist
Habits & Lifestyle: Habits like putting needle or pin between your teeth or use of chewing tobacco etc lead to wear in hard outer teeth structure and temperature sensitive teeth.
How to Avoid Teeth pain in Winters:
- Get Your broken chipped fillings repaired or replace especially when it’s sensitive to avoid the progress of disease.
- If you have gum problem meet your dentist and seek for root covering therapy or application of sealant to fix the problem.
- Mouth Guard is beneficial if you have teeth clenching or grinding habit.
- Root Canal Treatment may be required in case the crack or decay has progressed to the inner vial pulp layer and damages it.
So, whether you have just started experiencing teeth sensitivity in winters or you are suffering from this issue every year in winter. Book an appointment at Dantkriti Dental Clinic in Gurgaon with Dr. Shefali Gupta and find the solution of your Tooth sensitivity and pain in winters.