Sore spots on teeth?

Question

My densist told me I brush too hard, so on the side of my teeth (left and right bottom) it is really sore to brush. I am using a soft bristled brush, but how can I avoid this? How long does it take for the pain to go away?

Answer 1

What you have here is called tooth abrasion which is cause by improper brushing (overbrushing). Excessive pressure can actually cause grooves in teeth, especially at the gum line where the softer root areas can be exposed.

So, what can you do about it?
1. The brush should be soft nylon.
2. VERY IMPORTANT!! --> you need to change your brushing techniques!!! When brushing, apply medium pressure at a 45 degree angle. Try this link: http://www.colgate.com/app/Colgate/US/OC/Information/OralHealthBasics/GoodOralHygiene/BrushingandFlossing/HowtoBrush.cvsp
3. Fluoride treatment is optional but it takes really long time for enamel remineralization. For a faster result, the most common treatments include bonding, Cap or a filling to restore the appearance of the tooth.

Hope that helps.

Answer 2

Gee, you should have asked the dentist at the time.

It sounds like you may have root exposure up at the gumlines. The root does not have the hard enamel that the rest of the tooth has, so they can be very sensitive. Do not brush back and forth. You should be brushing in little circles. You might also need sensitive formula toothpaste, but brush your teeth with just water, for 10 to 15 minutes until they no longer feel furry, then use toothpaste just to polish them up and brush your tongue. Toothpaste is hard on roots as well since they don't have the protection.

Answer 3

The roots of the teeth are beginning to be exposed to the air and your saliva which is why your teeth are hurting- the root surface has hundreds of tiny pores or tubules, as they are called, which conduct temperature sensitivity directly to the nerve of the tooth=pain! You need to make sure these tiny channels are sealed- sensitivity protection toothpaste works but it is better when used as an ointment to rub directly onto the teeth that are bothering you with a finger, then spit out the excess but don't rinse or you will rinse the medicine away! Also, look for a mouthwash that contains fluoride- ACT is one over the counter- the fluoride will also seal these tubules and reduce sensitivity when used twice daily. Again, don't rinse with water after it is used. Finally, switch to a power toothbrush like Sensodyne. It will ensure you are not "scrubbing" notches into the roots and making a bad situation worse.

Answer 4

LOL, you can't have sore teeth, I think you mean gums. But you need to brush very lightly, and use mouth wash (mouth wash will help to kill the germs, and should help it heal faster). It will probably be sore like that for about 1 week.

Answer 5

continue to brush very softly... think of even getting a kids toothbrush because they are softer... you can also try sensodyne toothpaste but don't use it for extended periods of time.