Does drinking a nice warm beverage on a cold winter day cause discomfort in your mouth? The type of discomfort that makes your eyes wince? Maybe it hurts when you brush or floss? If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it could very well mean you are battling tooth sensitivity.
There is never a time where tooth sensitivity is pleasant. But if you are experiencing it now, with the holidays right around the corner, it can feel even more discomforting. We have some helpful tips for you to use this holiday season to help with your battle with tooth sensitivity.
DO NOT CRACK NUTS WITH YOUR TEETH
This goes without needing to say much more, but if you know you are already experiencing some discomfort with your teeth, do not try to crack open nuts with your teeth. The hard surfaces can cause serious damage to your teeth. Leave this job for your Christmas Nutcrackers!
PASS ON CHEWY TREATS
The parties and festivities add up quickly during the holidays! They are always filled with endless amounts of sweets and goodies. In all the mix of food, you are sure to find some harder and stickier candies. If you are experiencing tooth sensitivity, try to avoid these types of candies this Christmas. These substances cling to your enamel and can make your sensitive teeth even more sore with every chew.
HOME REMEDIES FOR TOOTH SENSITIVITY TO HEAT
Did you know that teeth that are sensitive to heat are much more common than you may think! You take a sip of coffee or a bite of ice cream while enjoying a holiday pie and feel a sudden pain shoot through your mouth. If you are experiencing this for of pain with warmer foods or beverages, it makes it more difficult to survive the colder seasons. So here are a couple of helpful remedies to try at home;
- Brush Gently: Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and don’t be rough with your brushing.
- Use Oral Hygiene products designed for tooth sensitivity
- Drink lots of water at room temperature in between meals and hot beverages
FINALLY, AVOID CHEWING ON HARD CANDY LIKE CANDY CANES
Crunching on hard candy, such as the beloved candy canes this month, can lead to cracked or chipped teeth as well as promote tooth decay. We aren’t saying you can’t have candy canes this year, but try to let it dissolve more before crunching down and chewing with those sensitive teeth.
We know the holidays are very busy and can be stressful enough with all of the plans happening at the same time. The last thing you want to do is worry about what you should or shouldn’t eat this Christmas because you’re battling tooth sensitivity. Be sure to give Blackburn Shoppes Dental a call to book your next cleaning after the holidays!
Wishing everyone a wonderful and tooth-sensitive-free holiday season!