Sensitive Teeth - Adult Hygiene

There are a variety of causes of sensitive teeth. Decay can make a tooth sensitive to temperature changes. Sweets getting into a cavity may cause sensitivity. A fractured tooth may be sensitive to pressure or biting. In some cases, brushing too hard can irritate the root surface near the gun line and the teeth will be sensitive. Grinding or clenching can make teeth sensitive. The treatments are as varied as the causes.