Hello Jose,
Ive recently gotten over a nasty head cold and am experiencing mild upper jaw pain I was thinking that this was my sinuses as Ive had that happen before. However, I also have slightly red, but sore gums above two teeth on that side, a few teeth in from my front ones, and one in particular is sensitive to touch or cold air. I first noticed its sensitivity when I went to a hygienist appointment 3 weeks ago and the scrapping caused a sharp sensitive pain. I go to the dentist once a year and the hygienist every 6 months religiously and try to take care of my teeth, so would be suprised if this was cavity pain. I have noticed an increase in the sensitivity of all of my teeth recently perhaps because I had to change from my electric toothbrush to a normal one for a while? Or do you think this is the start of gum disease?
I’m 27, and have no history of gum disease…had no fillings either.
Thanks!
Gum disease (periodontitis) is characterized by bone loss and pocket formation under the gums that usually bleed on normal probing during a routine dental check-up. Your dentist can identify early signs of gum disease easily and, considering that you are a regular attender it is unlikely that you have undetected gum disease. The most common cause leading to sensitive teeth apart from decays and fillings is gum recession that very often is caused by vigorous brushing, particularly when the gums are thin. The usual gum line is at the point where the enamel ends, that is, at the point where the white crown ends and the yellow root begins. If the root is exposed cold, hot or aggressive brushing can trigger sensitivity and of course professional scaling can be painful. Discuss your concerns and symptoms with your dentist so that your next dental examination provide you with the answer to your questions and the adequate management of your problem.
Dr Jose Zurdo
Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300
