{"id":2744,"date":"2022-03-11T17:39:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-11T17:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/?p=2744"},"modified":"2022-04-18T16:47:09","modified_gmt":"2022-04-18T16:47:09","slug":"does-tooth-sensitivity-require-emergency-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saltrundental.com\/blog\/does-tooth-sensitivity-require-emergency-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Tooth Sensitivity Require Emergency Care? \u2013 When You Should Call"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Many people experience tooth sensitivity. Whether it just started for you, or you\u2019ve been experiencing it for years, when should it call for an emergency trip to the dentist<\/a>? The thing about tooth (or dental) sensitivity is that it can appear for a variety of reasons, some of which are signs of a larger underlying problem. Learn about the potential causes from a professional and how they can help you get relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

When is Tooth Sensitivity a Dental Emergency?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you notice your teeth feeling sensitive after consuming something very hot or cold (i.e. a hot beverage, a bowl of ice cream etc.), then going away rather quickly, this is likely not a cause for urgent concern. Just keep this acute\/minor pain in mind at your next dental visit so you can let the dentist know that it occurs. From there, they can take a closer look at your tooth and make recommendations from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternatively, sensitivity that lingers much longer (a.k.a. for multiple consecutive days) or becomes severe is a sign you\u2019re having a dental emergency. It can also turn into dental pain, which is definitely a greater cause for concern. If this is the case, then you need to speak with a dentist directly and get a more detailed examination to confirm the source of your symptoms. By doing so, you can rule out any severe problems and get the relief you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the Potential Causes of Sensitivity?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are many reasons to play it safe and call a dentist when sensitivity appears simply due to its many potential causes. For example, while it could be something as basic as worn down tooth enamel that requires preventive care or changes in at-home habits, it could also be due to any of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n