Having teeth problems

[my analisa]

I went to see a dentist a few weeks ago to get my teeth cleaned and x-rayed. I told the gal who was cleaning my teeth that my gums hurt by my upper left molar. She said she thought it was because I have sensitive teeth and that food gets trapped there. Well, my teeth have recently become very very sensitive that it's difficult to eat things anymore, and the Sensodyne toothpaste I am using isn't really helping at all. My teeth hurt like a mother! http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

Anyway, my gums do not bleed when I floss, but in that corner is the only place it hurts so bad to floss at. Flossing makes it hurt even worse and for hours and hours. I know there's something else wrong, but what? It's not getting any better. I don't have any cavities apparently, so why am I in such pain??? http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_confused.gif My gum in that area feels a bit swollen.

What else helps with sensitive teeth problems? I've never really had this problem before, but it's very bad now. I guess I've brushed my teeth too hard which has made them ultra sensitive. http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Any advice? http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

[my analisa]

I went to see a dentist a few weeks ago to get my teeth cleaned and x-rayed. I told the gal who was cleaning my teeth that my gums hurt by my upper left molar. She said she thought it was because I have sensitive teeth and that food gets trapped there. Well, my teeth have recently become very very sensitive that it's difficult to eat things anymore, and the Sensodyne toothpaste I am using isn't really helping at all. My teeth hurt like a mother! http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

Anyway, my gums do not bleed when I floss, but in that corner is the only place it hurts so bad to floss at. Flossing makes it hurt even worse and for hours and hours. I know there's something else wrong, but what? It's not getting any better. I don't have any cavities apparently, so why am I in such pain??? http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_confused.gif My gum in that area feels a bit swollen.

What else helps with sensitive teeth problems? I've never really had this problem before, but it's very bad now. I guess I've brushed my teeth too hard which has made them ultra sensitive. http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Any advice? http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

[Peaches715]

I would go back to the dentist. Hope you feel better soon!

[Stacee414]

I would go back too. I had that problem once and was told that sometimes food gets jammed in there so I had to go back and get a deep cleaning.

Hopw you feel better!

[luv2dance]

I'm having the same sort of problem. I've asked around and people have told me that it is probably an exposed root and they can do a filling to help it. I was also told that it can lead to other problems if not fixed.

I would recommend the Sonicare toothbrush. Call your dentist and if he does nothing, see someone else. A periodontist might be the next person to see if you don't need a referral. I'm planning to call one this week and see if he will see me without a referral.

[Suzette]

I have sensitive teeth too.

You may have an exposed nerve. Go back to the dentist or go to a new dentist who will listen to your concerns.

http://www.saveyoursmile.com/healtharticles/sensitiveteeth.html

http://dentistry.about.com/od/dentalhygieneprevention/a/sensteeth_RO.htm

[Amber]

I have a similar problem with my gums around just one of my teeth. My dentist checked it out and said I have gum disease...all she rec'd for me is to use Sensodyne and to keep using it because it starts working after weeks of use...right now I have other problems I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed so I look like a chipmunk.

[luv2dance]

Forgot to mention that I've used Sensodyne for years. I think it helps on teeth that are mildly sensitive but not on big problems.

Suzette, usually for gum disease, they tell you to use Listerine to kill germs. I had a hygienist who had worked for a periodontist. She told me to put Listerine on my brush and gently go around the gum. Seemed to be good advice.

[my analisa]

Thanks very much everybody! http://community.icompact.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif