“Can tooth sensitivity go away on its own?”
I am a 45 year old male. I want to know if tooth sensitivity can go away on its own?
6 Answers
There are many factors that can cause and contribute to tooth sensitivity. Tooth tissue called dentin can be formed at anytime in response to sensitivity-creating stimuli in an attempt to eliminate or reduce the insult to the pulp. So, yes, sometimes the sensitivity can "go away on its own." However, many of those sensitivity-causing stimuli are damaging to the tooth and can cause long- or short-term trouble for the tooth, even if it "goes away on its own." So, best option is an exam by a dental professional.
Yes. But a sensitive toothpaste used and left in the teeth for 30 minutes can help. But you may have a cavity that needs treatment.
It could but it usually has a cause and if not found, it will haunt you again.
Yes, it can.
Tooth sensitivity can go away on its own sometimes depending on the cause. If it has to do with acidic diet/liquids, then minimizing them or rinsing with water to neutralize the acid can reduce the sensitivity. Usually, sensitivity is related to gum recession due to aggressive tooth brushing or clenching/grinding or the use of home whitening toothpaste or other HW solutions. Depending on the cause, then different treatment will help relieve the issue.
Yes. If it persists more than 2 weeks then see a dentist.
