Do your teeth hurt when eating ice cream or drinking iced tea? Or when trying to enjoy a nice, hot cup of coffee. Sensitive teeth can make it challenging to enjoy some of your favorite foods and drinks. You may wonder if it is an issue you have to live with or if it is something your dentist can treat. Here is some information on the causes of sensitive teeth and how our dentist in Larchmont, Dr. Eric Spellman, can treat your sensitive teeth as well as any toothaches or tooth pain. Call our dental practice, Eric Spellman, DMD, at (914) 315-4446.

Why are my teeth so sensitive?

There are several possible reasons that your teeth may be sensitive or you feel tooth pain or a toothache. Other causes of tooth sensitivity, toothaches, or tooth pain Larchmont patients experience include:

• Cavities
• Exposed tooth roots
• Worn down tooth enamel
• Gum disease
• Constant tooth grinding

How Do You Treat Sensitive Teeth?

Unfortunately, sensitive teeth don’t usually go away on their own, and they may even worsen. However, our Larchmont dentist, Dr. Eric Spellman may be able to help in any case. The dental treatment he suggests will depend on why your teeth are sensitive. Possible treatments include:

• A fluoride treatment to help strengthen teeth
• If the gums are receding and exposing tooth roots, our dentist may recommend a gum grafting procedure. In this procedure, soft tissue is taken from the upper palate of the mouth and grafted over the exposed roots. Our dentist, Dr. Eric Spellman may also use a bonding resin to cover exposed roots.
• If grinding your teeth at night is causing sensitivity, your

Our Larchmont dentist may recommend a night guard, a simple piece of plastic that fits over your teeth to wear at night. Schedule regular teeth cleaning and dental hygiene appointments at Eric Spellman, DMD to ensure you maintain good dental care habits, even if your teeth are sensitive. For example, use a toothbrush with soft bristles, brush your teeth gently, and try a toothpaste specifically made for sensitive teeth. And don’t forget to floss your teeth!

Schedule An Appointment at Eric Spellman, DMD

Contact our dentist in Larchmont, Dr. Eric Spellman at (914) 315-4446 to schedule a consult to discuss and treat the causes of sensitive teeth. At Eric Spellman, DMD, for over 30 years we have treated patients with sensitive teeth from Mamaroneck, Scarsdale, Rye, NY and many surrounding areas.