Tooth Sensitivity
Seal exposed tooth roots, replace worn minerals, and eliminate sharp cold and sweet twinges.
Concerns are simply starting points for conversation. This page is designed to inform, not to diagnose. Every individual presentation is unique.
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity & Exposed Roots.
Tooth sensitivity happens when the protective outer enamel of your tooth crown or the gum covering your tooth root wears away, exposing the softer inner layer called dentin. Dentin contains thousands of microscopic fluid-filled channels (dentinal tubules) that lead directly to the tooth nerve.
When you drink ice water, hot coffee, eat sweets, or breathe cold air, the fluid inside these microscopic channels shifts rapidly, triggering a sharp jolt of pain in the nerve. At 22 Luna, we pinpoint the exact source of your sensitivity and apply clinical desensitizing sealants, laser tubule closure, or gentle composite bonding for immediate, long-lasting relief.
Affects more than 40% of adults, most frequently between the ages of 20 and 50.
Signs you may notice.
What people often experience when navigating this concern.
Possible causes.
Concerns typically stem from a combination of internal and external factors.
Gingival Recession & Exposed Roots
Receding gums leave the softer root dentin exposed, which wears away easily and exposes nerve channels.
Aggressive Hard Brushing
Scrubbing teeth with hard-bristle brushes wears deep notches into the tooth necks along the gumline.
Acidic Foods, Drinks & Acid Reflux
Frequent sodas, lemon drinks, or stomach acid reflux (GERD) dissolve outer enamel coating.
Nighttime Teeth Grinding
Grinding teeth flexes the enamel at the gumline, popping off microscopic enamel crystals.
When should you seek advice?
Consultation is not about emergency; it is about replacing guesswork with an unhurried medical perspective.
Possible treatment options.
These procedures represent clinical pathways often recommended for this concern. During your consultation, we evaluate which single option or combined protocol is most appropriate for your skin biology.
Treatment for Sensitive Teeth
In-clinic application of medical desensitizing varnishes and laser tubule sealing for instant relief from cold and sweet pain.
Filling / Restoration
Smooth, natural tooth-colored composite bonding to cover and protect deep notches at the gumline.
Cleaning and Polishing
Gentle ultrasonic cleaning to remove irritating tartar that causes gums to recede.
Crowns and Bridges
Protective ceramic crowns for severely worn or cracked teeth causing persistent nerve sensitivity.
Prevention & daily care.
Simple, effective habits that support barrier resilience and maintain clinical progress.
Use an ultra-soft toothbrush and brush with gentle circular motions—never hard horizontal sawing
Use a potassium nitrate and fluoride sensitivity toothpaste twice daily
Wait at least 30 minutes after having citrus or sour foods before brushing your teeth
Wear a custom nightguard if you clench or grind your teeth while sleeping
Frequently Asked Questions
Direct, transparent answers regarding tooth sensitivity.
Why does in-clinic sensitivity treatment work faster than sensitive toothpaste?
Toothpaste takes weeks of daily use to slowly plug microscopic tubules. In-clinic clinical desensitizers and laser therapy instantly seal the open channels in a single 15-minute appointment for immediate relief.
Can tooth sensitivity turn into a root canal problem?
Is the in-clinic desensitizing treatment painful?
Enjoy your favorite foods without sensitivity.
Book a tooth sensitivity assessment and relief treatment at 22 Luna.
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