{"id":40,"date":"2019-07-25T14:15:54","date_gmt":"2019-07-25T14:15:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.primedentistrytx.com\/blog\/?p=40"},"modified":"2025-12-29T18:41:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T18:41:18","slug":"caring-for-sensitive-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.primedentistrytx.com\/blog\/2019\/07\/25\/caring-for-sensitive-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know About Living with Sensitive Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"CloseDo your teeth hurt whenever you try to enjoy some piping hot tea or a refreshing frozen yogurt? Don\u2019t worry, you\u2019re not alone; about 40 million Americans suffer from tooth pain when eating certain foods or drinking certain beverages. It\u2019s important to understand why your pearly whites react this way so that you can avoid unnecessary damage. Learn the truth about sensitive teeth \u2013 as well as some handy tips for taking care of them.<\/p>\n

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Why are My Teeth Sensitive?<\/h2>\n

The outer layer of the tooth is composed of enamel, the hardest substance in the human body \u2013 even harder than bones. Beneath the enamel is a softer, more permeable layer called the dentin, and at the very center of the tooth is pulp that contains nerve endings and blood vessels.<\/p>\n

Normally, the enamel protects the inner layers, but it can become worn down over time or damaged due to decay, excessive brushing, acidic foods or other factors. This makes it easier for the substances you eat or drink to pass through the dentin and irritate the nerves in the pulp.<\/p>\n

What Foods and Drinks Should I Avoid with Sensitive Teeth?<\/h2>\n

In general, you want to avoid extremely hot or cold foods and drinks as well as sugary or acidic substances; these can all aggravate your tooth\u2019s nerves very easily. Here are some specific examples to watch out for:<\/p>\n