{"id":1746,"date":"2021-10-09T20:24:31","date_gmt":"2021-10-10T01:24:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/?p=1746"},"modified":"2022-07-29T22:16:21","modified_gmt":"2022-07-30T03:16:21","slug":"tooth-sensitivity-near-gumline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/tooth-sensitivity-near-gumline\/","title":{"rendered":"What is causing tooth sensitivity near my gumline?"},"content":{"rendered":"

For the past few weeks, my left first molar has been sensitive. It is hoe sensitive to heat or cold, but it is sensitive to pressure near the gumline. I get regular cleanings at the dentist. Could this be tooth decay that my dentist has not detected? I stopped using my teeth whitening trays because it makes the sensitivity worse. \u2013 Thank you. Xavier from Oklahoma City<\/p>\n

Xavier,<\/p>\n

Thank you for your question.<\/p>\n

Continuous tooth irritation can lead to nerve damage and root canal treatment. When teeth are sensitive to heat and cold, it Is a symptom of progressing infection. But if you only feel sensitivity to the touch in a spot, hear your gumline, your dentist can seal the area with a small filling to relieve the sensitivity.<\/p>\n

What Causes Sensitivity Near the Gumline?<\/h2>\n
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Teeth clenching and grinding can cause sensitivity<\/p><\/div>\n

Teeth flex for several reasons, including:<\/p>\n