Tag: tooth sensitivity
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Why Your Teeth Hurt: 10 Causes of Tooth Sensitivity & Solutions in Glen Iris
Experiencing sharp pain when eating ice cream or drinking cold beverages? Wincing during your daily brushing routine? You’re likely dealing with tooth sensitivity—a common dental concern affecting millions of Australians each year. At our Glen Iris dental practice, we frequently treat patients experiencing sensitive teeth. Understanding the underlying causes is the first step toward finding…
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Why does my new crown hurt when chewing in Glen Iris?
Pain or Discomfort After a New Dental Crown It is not uncommon to experience soreness or discomfort when biting down on a tooth after a new crown has been fitted. However, persistent pain or sensitivity after a dental crown is not normal and should be assessed by Dr. Daniel Kaufman . There are several possible reasons this…
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Professional Teeth Whitening in Glen iris
Teeth whitening performed under the supervision of a dentist is one of the most effective ways to improve the color and brightness of your smile. While it has become very popular, many people are unaware of the potential risks and limitations of whitening treatments. Not everyone’s teeth are suitable for whitening, and if your teeth or gums are not healthy, the…
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Dental Erosion- Acidic drinks and food in Glen Iris
Dental Erosion: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Dental erosion, also known as erosive tooth wear, occurs when acid dissolves the surface of the tooth. This leads to thinning of the enamel, which weakens the tooth and causes sensitivity. When the enamel layer wears away, the softer dentine beneath becomes exposed and dissolves even faster in acid.…
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When does a tooth need Pulp Capping?
What is the Pulp? The pulp is the soft matter that exists in the center of our teeth, it contains connective tissue and cells that are responsible for the health of the tooth and repair of injury to it. Among the connective tissue cells, there are special cells called odontoblasts that form the dentin around…
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Tooth Acid Erosion: Why It’s Increasing and How Glen Iris Patients Can Protect Their Teeth
In recent years, tooth acid erosion has become significantly more common — so much so that it is now considered one of the leading causes of tooth loss, even as traditional tooth decay is gradually declining. At Tooronga Family Dentistry in Glen Iris, we are seeing more patients with worn enamel, sensitive teeth and TMJ…
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Tooth Sensitivity: Why Ice Cream or Coffee Hurt Your Teeth in Glen Iris
Many patients in Glen Iris visit us asking why enjoying an ice cream or having a sip of hot coffee suddenly becomes painful. In most cases, the answer is tooth sensitivity. Sensitivity to hot, cold, or touch happens when the underlying dentin layer of the tooth becomes exposed to the oral environment. Common Causes of…