Dentist near Muckenburra

What causes sensitive teeth

Sensitivity usually means the softer layer under the enamel, the dentine, has been exposed. Common reasons:

• Gums that have pulled back, leaving the root surface bare
• Enamel worn by brushing too hard, grinding, or acidic food and drink
• A cracked tooth, a worn filling or a new area of decay
• Recent dental work or whitening, which usually settles within a few days

What helps at home

• Use a toothpaste for sensitive teeth twice a day. It can take a few weeks to work, and smearing a little on the sore spot at night may help.
• Brush gently with a soft brush, and don't scrub along the gumline.
• Spit, don't rinse, after brushing so the toothpaste stays on the teeth.
• Cut back on sipping acidic drinks through the day.

When to get it checked

If sensitivity doesn't improve after a few weeks with a sensitive toothpaste, or it's getting worse, book a check-up. Call us sooner if:

• The pain lingers for more than a few seconds after the cold or hot has gone
• A tooth aches on its own, or keeps you awake
• It hurts sharply when you bite down or let go
• You notice swelling

These can be signs of a crack or an irritated nerve, which are easier to treat early. Coming from Muckenburra, ask for a Saturday or the first appointment of the day if that suits your work better.

Getting here from Muckenburra

1. Take Muckenburra Road and Sandringham Road to Gingin Brook Road.
2. Head west on Gingin Brook Road, then turn left onto Military Road.
3. At the end of Military Road, turn left onto Indian Ocean Drive and head south for about 4 km.
4. Turn right onto Breakwater Drive into Two Rocks, then into Constellation Entrance at the roundabout — we're at number 6.

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