Many patients report that they see a wave of dental discomfort when the weather begins to finally turn cold. Here in Michigan, we certainly know how it can seem to hit you right down to your bones. If you are beginning to notice some sensitivity in your smile when you breathe in cold air, it might be the sign of something more sinister.
There are many different ways that your teeth become more sensitive over time. The most common instance of this is through the weakening of your enamel, or the hard exterior surface. This matter gives your tooth its functionality and also its protection. In healthy mouths, this creates a barrier between the outside world and the vulnerable structures that are working beneath. Today, your Livonia, Mi dentist outlines some of the more common causes of dental sensitivity and what we may be able to do to help! (more…)
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