{"id":36,"date":"2020-04-16T18:50:44","date_gmt":"2020-04-16T18:50:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youramericandentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=36"},"modified":"2020-04-23T00:39:14","modified_gmt":"2020-04-23T00:39:14","slug":"sensitive-teeth-treatment-causes-emergency-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youramericandentalcare.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/16\/sensitive-teeth-treatment-causes-emergency-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Sensitive Teeth in Quarantine a Dental Emergency?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Sensitive teeth are uncomfortable and inconvenient,\nespecially if you\u2019re in quarantine! What\u2019s more, dental offices are currently only\ntaking emergency appointments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thankfully,\nyou may not have to see your dentist during quarantine or wait until stay at\nhome orders are lifted to find relief for your tooth sensitivity. Learn what\u2019s\ncausing this troublesome symptom and how to tell if you need emergency\ndental care in Conway<\/a> because of it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Causes Sensitive Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The hard case of enamel around your teeth protects the\nsensitive inner layers like the dentin, tooth pulp, and the tooth\u2019s nerve. If\nthe enamel is worn away, softened, or damaged, the inner layers will become\naggravated by the outside elements and vulnerable to bacteria and debris. A\nvariety of factors may cause this tooth sensitivity, including dental trauma,\ngum disease, or over-aggressive brushing. In quarantine, some bad habits like\nanxiously chewing on hard objects, mindlessly snacking, or grinding your teeth\nat night may cause your teeth to become sensitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are Sensitive Teeth a Dental Emergency?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While tooth sensitivity is not an emergency on its own, it\ncan indicate a larger issue that needs immediate care. Call your emergency\ndentist right away if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n