Tooth sensitivity — pain or discomfort when eating or drinking hot, cold or sweet things — is one of the most common dental complaints. At Envy Smile near Acton, we identify the underlying cause of your sensitivity and recommend the appropriate treatment to give you a pain-free mouth.
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Tooth sensitivity occurs when the dentine — the layer beneath the tooth enamel — becomes exposed, allowing stimuli such as hot, cold, sweet or acidic food and drink to reach the nerve of the tooth. This causes the sharp, short-term pain associated with sensitivity.
Temporary sensitivity can also be experienced after some dental procedures such as tooth whitening, fillings or crown preparation — this typically resolves within a few days.
If you are experiencing persistent tooth sensitivity, it is important to have it assessed by a dentist. The cause needs to be identified before effective treatment can be recommended. At Envy Smile near Acton we will diagnose the cause of your sensitivity and recommend the appropriate treatment.
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Sharp, shooting pain when consuming hot, cold, sweet or acidic food or drinks
Sensitivity that is worsening or has appeared suddenly without an obvious trigger
Pain that lingers after the stimulus has been removed (may indicate a nerve issue)
Sensitivity accompanied by visible cracks, chips or discolouration
Post-whitening sensitivity lasting more than a week
Any new or unexplained tooth pain
Being able to enjoy hot and cold food and drink. Treated tooth sensitivity means you can eat and drink what you enjoy — ice cream, hot drinks, cold water — without the sharp discomfort that sensitive teeth cause.
A pain-free mouth. Untreated sensitivity can affect your quality of life significantly. Identifying and addressing the cause provides lasting relief and peace of mind — and may prevent more serious dental problems from developing.
Treatment costs depend on the underlying cause of your sensitivity. A full assessment at your appointment will determine the most appropriate treatment and its cost.
Don't put up with tooth sensitivity. Our dentist will identify the cause and recommend the most appropriate treatment — often a simple, quick fix.
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Our Shepherds Bush practice is accessible from across West London by tube, bus and car.
Don't live with painful tooth sensitivity. Book an appointment at our Shepherds Bush practice and our dentist will identify the cause and recommend the right treatment.
3 Goldhawk Road, Shepherds Bush, London W12 8QQ · Mon–Fri 10–6, Sat 10–4
