{"id":1395,"date":"2018-12-15T09:32:48","date_gmt":"2018-12-15T09:32:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.44dentalcare.co.uk\/?p=1395"},"modified":"2018-12-15T09:32:48","modified_gmt":"2018-12-15T09:32:48","slug":"why-a-cold-winter-could-affect-your-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.44dentalcare.co.uk\/why-a-cold-winter-could-affect-your-teeth","title":{"rendered":"Why A Cold Winter Could Affect Your Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"document-page\" data-page=\"1\">\n<div class=\"pdf-page\">\n<div class=\"text-wrapper user-select-text\">\n<div data-canvas-width=\"284.7359999999998\"><strong>Why A Cold Winter Could Affect Your Teeth<\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"284.7359999999998\"><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"629.6479999999997\">If the long-range weather forecast is to be believed, the UK could experience its coldest winter in<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"621.4559999999997\">10 years. While you can prepare for this by wearing extra layers of clothes when you&#8217;re outside,<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"530.8639999999998\">what about your teeth? Did you know that the cold weather can affect them too?<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"602.72\">We&#8217;ve probably all experienced pain in a sensitive tooth when something too hot or too cold<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"627.6479999999998\">comes into contact with that part of our mouth but it&#8217;s not just diet that can cause discomfort of<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"322.224\">this type. Cold weather can also cause tooth pain.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"322.224\"><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"297.9359999999998\"><strong>Can cold weather really make my teeth hurt?<\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"297.9359999999998\"><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"633.6799999999998\">Yes, it&#8217;s true! Teeth expand and contract in response to extreme heat and cold. Over time this can<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"616.256\">lead to tiny cracks in the tooth enamel which expose the dentin beneath. This is essentially the<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"632.8159999999998\">core of your tooth and is covered by enamel on the visible surface and by your gums at the base.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"638.1919999999997\">When the dentin loses its protective layer of enamel, it leaves the inner system of nerves and cells<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"620.7039999999997\">open to attack from heat, cold, or acidic foods. This causes tooth sensitivity and is similar to the<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"615.1039999999996\">pain you may have felt from cavities or gum disease. As a result, if you have any problems with<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"641.7759999999996\">your gums or tooth enamel, such as periodontal disease, it can leave you more vulnerable to tooth<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"157.664\">pain from cold weather.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"157.664\"><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"629.7919999999995\">Sensitivity can occur no matter how good your oral hygiene is, but you&#8217;re more at risk if your oral<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"630.1919999999998\">health is poor or your home county has extreme lows and highs of temperature. To minimise any<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"632.4799999999999\">sensitivity let&#8217;s take a look at what causes sensitive teeth and what you can do if you notice tooth<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"159.936\">pain in the cold weather.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"178.144\">Reasons for sensitive teeth<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"588.9759999999999\">People can wear down their tooth enamel or suffer from receding gums for any number of<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"121.11999999999998\">reasons, including:<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"121.11999999999998\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022Periodontal disease<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"400.9599999999999\">\u2013 Severe gum disease can expose the dentin and cause tooth<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"590.7999999999997\">sensitivity. Bleeding when you brush your teeth is a sign of gingivitis, the early stage of gum<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"52.25600000000001\">disease.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"52.25600000000001\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022Brushing teeth too hard<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"440.1599999999999\">\u2013 Contrary to popular belief there is no need to brush vigorously to<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"581.9199999999996\">remove stains on your teeth. In fact, too much force can weaken your enamel and wear it<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"40.016000000000005\">away.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"40.016000000000005\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022Tooth decay<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"449.18399999999986\">\u2013 If your teeth are sensitive to cold then it could be that you have an<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"592.6559999999998\">undetected problem with tooth decay. If a tooth hurts then visit your dentist as soon as you<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"26.816000000000003\">can.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"26.816000000000003\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022Clenching and grinding \u2013<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"397.08799999999985\">Some people grind their teeth in their sleep or when they&#8217;re<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"458.27199999999993\">anxious and this can wear away the tooth enamel and cause sensitivity<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"458.27199999999993\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022Teeth whitening agents<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"428.55999999999983\">\u2013 Who doesn&#8217;t want whiter teeth? But if you&#8217;ve recently changed<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"590.3679999999996\">your whitening toothpaste, for instance, and your teeth are starting to hurt, it could be the<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"582.1919999999998\">ingredients are bypassing the surface stains and beginning to damage your tooth enamel.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"380.2239999999998\">Stop the treatment right away and pay your dentist a visit.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"380.2239999999998\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022Acidic drinks<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"493.8559999999999\">\u2013 Coffee, tea, fizzy drinks, and fruit juices with a high acid concentration can<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"302.784\">also erode your teeth and expose your dentin.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"302.784\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022Other lifestyle habits<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"448.67199999999985\">&#8211; Other lifestyle habits such as smoking or not brushing your teeth or<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"590.7839999999999\">flossing correctly, can impact your gums and cause them to recede. This exposes the dentin<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"444.0159999999999\">at the base of the gums and can lead to temperature sensitive teeth.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"444.0159999999999\"><\/div>\n<div>\u200b<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"document-page\" data-page=\"2\">\n<div class=\"pdf-page\">\n<div class=\"canvas-wrapper\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"text-wrapper user-select-text\">\n<div data-canvas-width=\"216.91199999999995\"><strong>How can I fix my sensitive teeth?<\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"216.91199999999995\"><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"458.576\">If you&#8217;re suffering from tooth sensitivity, your dentist may recommend:<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"458.576\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022An application of fluoride<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"401.5999999999998\">\u2013 A thin layer of this natural mineral applied to the surface of<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"551.4239999999998\">sensitive teeth will strengthen the enamel, guarding against sensitivity from exposed<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"45.967999999999996\">dentin.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"45.967999999999996\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022A sealant<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"520.2080000000001\">\u2013 A fluoride varnish applied to the tooth root surfaces can help fix any problems<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"548.7359999999998\">associated with receding gums; or your dentist may prescribe a strong toothpaste to<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"191.74400000000003\">strengthen the root surfaces.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"191.74400000000003\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022Root canal treatment<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"451.7759999999999\">\u2013 The purpose of root canal treatment is to remove the dentin inside<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"579.6799999999997\">a tooth that is badly cracked or decayed and causing pain. It&#8217;s an alternative to extraction<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"408.5759999999999\">and may then be covered with a dental crown to strengthen it.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"408.5759999999999\"><\/div>\n<div>\u2022A custom mouth guard<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"439.58400000000006\">\u2013 If you clench or grind your teeth at night your dentist can custom<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"570.6399999999998\">a mouth guard which prevents you from damaging your teeth as you sleep. It also helps<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"300.99199999999996\">relieve any jaw pain you may be experiencing.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"300.99199999999996\"><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"300.99199999999996\"><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"171.85600000000002\"><strong>When to visit your dentist<\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"171.85600000000002\"><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"640.1759999999999\">It&#8217;s worth making an appointment with your dental practice as soon as you can if you&#8217;re starting to<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"624.9599999999998\">feel tooth pain in the cold weather. Your dentist can determine which of your teeth are sensitive<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"425.3119999999998\">and recommend the appropriate treatment to resolve your pain.<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"425.3119999999998\"><\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"608.0159999999996\">If you have tooth sensitivity or are overdue a check-up then we&#8217;re here to help. Call 44 Dental<\/div>\n<div data-canvas-width=\"57.072\">today on0116 251 9647 to make an appointment.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\nWhy A Cold Winter Could Affect Your Teeth<\/p>\n<p>If the long-range weather forecast is to be believed, the UK could experience its coldest winter in<br \/>\n10 years. While you can prepare for this by wearing extra layers of clothes when you&#8217;re outside,<br \/>\nwhat about your teeth? Did you know that the cold weather can affect them too?<br \/>\nWe&#8217;ve probably all experienced pain in a sensitive tooth when something too hot or too cold<br \/>\ncomes into contact &#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Why A Cold Winter Could Affect Your Teeth - 44 Dental Care - Leicester Dentist<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.44dentalcare.co.uk\/why-a-cold-winter-could-affect-your-teeth\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Why A Cold Winter Could Affect Your Teeth - 44 Dental Care - Leicester Dentist\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Why A Cold Winter Could Affect Your Teeth If the long-range weather forecast is to be believed, the UK could experience its coldest winter in 10 years. 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