Why does my teeth hurt when I eat?

The health of teeth has always been neglected by many people. Because teeth are located in our mouths, the germs they carry can easily slip into the stomach. Some friends feel sore teeth when eating, which makes them wonder if there is something wrong with their teeth. If you want to know more, you can check out the information below.

What causes toothache?

1. Tooth wear and tear leading to toothache: wear and tear of the neck of the teeth, improper brushing methods, especially horizontal brushing, plus the use of hard-bristled toothbrushes and coarse-grained tooth powder, decades of accumulated skills. In daily outpatient clinics, more than 80% of patients have more or less wear and tear of the neck of the teeth. Although the causes of tooth decay are different from those of cavities, the mechanism that causes soreness is the same.

2. Toothache caused by enamel damage: When enamel is damaged and dentin is exposed, it will be subjected to temperature (cold, hot), chemical (acid, alkali) and mechanical (brushing teeth, biting hard objects) stimulation, causing abnormal soreness and pain. This sensitivity is often caused by abrasion, wedge-shaped defects, acid erosion or trauma, which causes enamel defects and dentin exposure. This situation can be completely improved by using dental gold.

3. Toothache caused by external stimulation: The sore feeling caused by external stimulation (temperature, mechanical, chemical stimulation) of the teeth is often treated with drug application, such as sodium fluoride, silver iodide, silver nitrate fluoride, etc., which needs to be performed by a doctor. Some desensitizing toothpastes are easier to use and are suitable for people with milder symptoms. If the cause is caries, the diseased tissue needs to be removed and the tooth needs to be "filled" with materials. If the exposed area of ​​dentin is too large or the drug application method is not effective, a crown should be placed to cover the tooth to protect it.

4. Oral diseases lead to toothache: Long-term gingivitis or periodontal disease causes gum recession or loose teeth. After gum recession, the neck of the teeth is more sensitive and there will be discomfort from hot and cold stimulation. Periodontal disease causes loose teeth and the teeth will feel weak and sore when biting. In addition, some people will experience temporary sensitivity after teeth cleaning or periodontal surgery. This is because the dentin is exposed after root planing surgery. However, the latter is mostly temporary and most of them will disappear on their own as long as the oral cavity is kept clean.

The issue of toothache caused by eating has been explained very clearly above. I believe you will have a clearer understanding after reading it. The health of teeth should be taken seriously by everyone. Don’t wait until your teeth fall out before you regret not paying attention to the health of your teeth. Checking your dental health regularly should become a habit.