How to help prevent tooth sensitivity

• Keep your teeth clean. Plaque forms bacteria that irritate your gums and may make them recede.

• Use desensitizing toothpaste and fluoridated dental products.

• Use a soft toothbrush that won’t scratch tooth enamel or wear away gum tissue and brush gently using a circular motion.

• Use warm water when brushing your teeth to soften your toothbrush’s bristles.

• Avoid tobacco in any form. In addition to its cancer-causing effects, smoking cigarettes or chewing tobacco may cause gums to recede.

• Reduce your intake of acidic foods and sugary snacks and drinks.

Information as per the Ontario Dental Association https://www.oda.ca/oral-health-basics/oral-conditions-diseases/tooth-sensitivity/

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