Experiencing tooth sensitivity when enjoying sweets not only ruins the pleasure but also signals a potential oral health issue that shouldn’t be ignored. Berry Dent offers advice on relieving and addressing the root cause of this sensitivity.
Why Do Sweets Cause Sensitive Teeth?
Tooth sensitivity, especially when consuming cold or very hot sweets, is often caused by stimulation of the inner tooth layer (dentin). Here are the main causes:
- Thin Enamel: Sweets, especially sour or cold ones, can erode tooth enamel, the outer protective layer. When enamel thins, the sensitive dentin underneath is easily stimulated, causing sensitivity.
- Receding Gums: Receding gums expose the tooth root, which lacks enamel protection, making it sensitive to stimuli like sweets.
- Cavities: Cavities create holes in the enamel, allowing the inner tooth layers to be easily exposed to external stimuli.
- Tooth Wear: Teeth grinding, aggressive brushing, or eating hard foods can wear down teeth and thin enamel, leading to sensitivity.
- Teeth Whitening: Teeth whitening treatments can sometimes cause temporary tooth sensitivity.
How to Relieve Tooth Sensitivity from Sweets:
- Use Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth: These specially formulated toothpastes contain ingredients that help block the transmission of sensations to the tooth nerves, such as potassium nitrate.
- Use a Soft-Bristled Toothbrush: Soft bristles reduce irritation to gums and enamel.
- Brush Gently and Correctly: Brushing too hard can wear down enamel and cause gum recession, contributing to tooth sensitivity.
- Limit Sweet Intake: Reduce the amount and frequency of consuming sweets, especially acidic ones like soft drinks and candies.
- Drink Water After Eating Sweets: Water helps rinse away sugar and acid residue on teeth, reducing irritation.
- Use Mouthwash for Sensitive Teeth: Some mouthwashes contain ingredients like fluoride or potassium nitrate that help alleviate sensitivity.
- See a Dentist: If sensitivity persists or worsens, consult a dentist to identify the cause and receive appropriate treatment.
Berry Dent: Gentle Care for Sensitive Teeth
Berry Dent, a hybrid herbal toothpaste, contains natural ingredients, like a blend of 5 berry extracts and licorice root extract, that are gentle on teeth and gums, helping reduce inflammation. It also contains 1500 ppm fluoride to strengthen enamel and prevent cavities. Importantly, it’s SLS-free, making it suitable for sensitive teeth.