“How does the dentist treat sensitive teeth?”

Try sensodyne toothpaste. It takes 2 weeks to start to feel the effects, and if you stop using it, the effects wear off, but it’s a good toothpaste. Severe cases, we increase the gums in that area to cover the root of the tooth.

Topical application of fluoride, home use of sensodyne toothpaste, checking for underlying problems (decay, failing restoration, pulpitis, bite issue).

It varies from special toothpaste to periodontal treatment

The treatment depends upon the cause. Sometimes it could be cased by exposed root surfaces due to recession. In short, If there is decay, they may need fillings or just a varnish or desensitizer. If no decay, other treatments are possible depending on other causes.

The only answer to your question is that it all depends upon what the cause is for making the teeth sensitive to begin with. For example, if all of the teeth are sensitive to temperature, then there is a good possibility that the patient may be clenching and/or grinding their teeth. A night guard and a bite adjustment may be the solution for that problem. However, if only a specific tooth is sensitive, then the diagnosis can be any number of things. And depending upon the source of the sensitivity, the treatment and solution will vary greatly. There are desensitizing materials that can be applied to teeth to help with certain types of sensitivity. Some problems stem from abfractions, or ditches in the enamel usually near the gum line. These may require fillings to be placed. So again, your question is very open ended and you need to seek the advice of a dental professional in order to determine the source of the problem before a definite solution can be decided upon. And one must not forget that some sensitivities may not respond to the expected therapy suggested.
Good luck in finding the solution to your particular problem with sensitivity.

As always, the key is proper diagnosis. There are many causes for sensitive teeth including roots exposure, cavities, enamel erosion, and teeth grinding to name a few. According to the diagnosis, the treatment is provided. The most common is roots exposure due to improper brushing. We can offer different toothpastes and review toothbrushing techniques along with specific desensitizer solutions.

Sensitivity can occur from multiple issues one is exposed roots that can be treated with either a sealer which is only short-term relief desensitizing toothpaste which I’m not a fan of because it’s chemicals in your body and lastly bonding on the root surface which is a more long-term and higher percentage Cure. Many times get teeth get sensitive when plaque accumulates and you are in need of a cleaning so a visit to the dentist might help general sensitivity after a good cleaning.Lastly sensitivity can be from Leaky fillings or active tooth decay which should be checked by your dentist

Best Regards,
Dr. Mark Berkowitz

If the problem comes from gum tissue recession, the dentist uses desensitizing agents to receive sensitivity.