why do my teeth hurt when touched by cold temperatures?

Question

This is the first few months i've had this problem, I've also recently gotten a few fillings. Items such as refridgerated drinks, cold faucet water, and icecream make my teeth hurt it is almost unbearable. When drinking cold fluids I have to use a straw or take really really small sips. Is there a way I could fix this?

Answer 1

It's perfectly normal, you just have teeth that are more sensative. If you eat acidic foods, (lemons, citrus, etc.) you'll notice that gets worse. That's because the citric acid eats away at your tooth enamel, and exposes the more sensative part of your teeth. Try sensodyne toothpaste, and keep seeing your dentist bi-annually. That sensativity CAN mean a cavity if you haven't been to the dentist in a while.

Answer 2

The main two reasons I believe that cause teeth sensitivity are: 1. Using tartar control or whitening toothpastes. 2. Grinding/Clenching teeth. Your fillings could be too high if they are the only ones sensitive. If your fillings were really deep, that can make them sensitive, but shouldn't last very long. I recommend to all my patients if their teeth are sensitive, not to use the new types of toothpastes out today with all the "stuff" included. Just use the original formulas of your favorite brand (paste or gel). Or use the sensitive type toothpastes. If you are a Bruxer you clench or grind your teeth during sleeping, or even during the day. You can have an appliance made for you to wear at night that fits your teeth. They can be expensive, but work better than the ones you buy in the stores. I should add tooth decay also makes teeth sensitive, but not normally just to cold things, this would include sweets, hot temperatures and chewing.

Answer 3

I know how you feel. I have Porcelain crowns, and every time I eat ice cream or pop cycles, I get that same deep pain that only last for a few mins and slowly goes away. I think it was something to do with the crowns. Mine doesn't hurt when I'm eating cold stuff, it's like immediately after wards. Honestly I have switched to Sensidine (spelling) tooth paste and it has made a world of difference. Good luck!

Answer 4

Not sure if its just sensitive teeth or not.. but I would say that you need to visit the dentist to get a cleaning when your teeth are sensitive to hot or cold. I do not have "sensitive teeth" like the others are describing but pain caused by ice or cold stuff is a good indication its time to get that cleaning..

Answer 5

You could have sensitive teeth or it could have something to do with your new fillings. Do all your teeth hurt or just the teeth with the new fillings? I have a tooth like that right now. My dentist is going to replace the filling for me. I would check with your dentist and see what he recommends.

Answer 6

You have sensitive teeth. I have the same problem. Try sensodyne. It is a tooth paste that strengthens your teeth. Hope this helps!

Answer 7

you could have sensitive teeth.
in that case you should get some specialized toothpaste.

or, you could still have part of a nerve ending exposed on the outside of your teeth.

hope i helped!

Answer 8

I have the same problem. there are some toothpastes that help reduce this. but basically it is just sensitivity. I don't think there is any other fix except to get some desensitizing medicine or toothpaste.

hope i helped

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Answer 9

HELLO,

YOU PROBABLY HAVE REDEDING GUMS AND/OR CAVITIES. THIS IS ESPECIALLY EVIDENT WHEN TAKING A BREATH THUGH THE MOUTH WHEN COLD OUTSIDE.
OFTEN TIMES USING A TOOTHPASTE FOR DECREASING TOOTH SENSITIVITY WILL HELP. ANY TOOTHPASTE WHICH CONTAINS STRONTIUM NITRIDE WILL HELP, SUCH AS SENSODYNE OR COGATE SENSITIVE. A VISIT TO YOUR DENTIST TO CONFIRM THIS IS PRUDENT.