Dr. Hall, my question is will Lumineers help with sensitivity to things. I am a person that has been struggling with health issues because my teeth will not allow me to eat or drink many things that my body needs because of this problem. This is the LAST resort in helping my body get back to “normal”. I have tried everything to get what my body needs and my teeth will not allow it because of the high Ph levels in my mouth plus the sensitivity that my teeth obtain. So that is my question, could this procedure help with tooth sensitivity? Thank you for your time. – Dustin in Missouri
Dustin –
All of these sentivities can be treated, often with Lumineers or another brand of porcelain veneers. But first you need an expert cosmetic dentist with experience who has seen all of the various types of sensitivity. Younger cosmetic dentists tend to jump to conclusions too quickly, and your problem needs a thorough diagnosis to find the source of the sensitivities.
On rare occasions, an individual needs to get root canal treatment in order to have a beautiful, pain-free smile using porcelain veneers. Root Canals on front teeth are simple and quick to do. Modern advances have made them even easier on the patient, and a good cosmetic dentist will know how to keep this root canal tooth from fracturing later. The treatment, when properly done, can give you the beautiful smile of your dreams and end your tooth sensitivity.
Here is a list of possible causes of sensitivity:
- You have leaky, poorly sealed fillings that need to be removed and filled again and sealed properly.
- You have a sensitive spot on the root of your tooth, next to the gum, that reacts to gusts of air or touching .
- Your bite is off and your teeth therefore don’t come together normally, which puts them all under stress when you try to use them.
- You have tooth decay.
- You unknowingly grind your teeth at night while you’re sleeping and your teeth are very tender to biting on when you get up.
- Other possible causes.
You need to have a thorough examination to determine the nature and cause of the sensitivity. I wouldn’t do a smile makeover until you have the specific answer to your sensitivity.
I hope this is helpful.
Dr. Hall
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About David A. Hall
Dr. David A. Hall was one of the first 40 accredited cosmetic dentists in the world. He practiced cosmetic dentistry in Iowa, and in 1990 earned his accreditation with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is now president of Infinity Dental Web, a company in Mesa, Arizona that does advanced internet marketing for dentists.
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