Sensitivity to sugary foods can sometimes indicate a dental problem.
When a tooth has decay, exposed dentin, a damaged restoration, or other changes, sweets may trigger discomfort.
The sensation may be brief, or it may linger depending on the condition of the tooth.
Rather than simply avoiding sweets on one side of your mouth, have persistent sensitivity assessed. Early cavities can sometimes be treated more conservatively than decay that has progressed deeper into the tooth.
Good oral hygiene and reducing the frequency of sugary foods and drinks can help lower cavity risk.
Remember that frequency matters. Repeated snacking on sugar throughout the day exposes teeth to multiple acid attacks.
If one particular tooth consistently hurts when you eat something sweet, schedule a dental examination.
Port Moody Smile Dental can evaluate sensitive teeth and determine whether decay, exposed tooth structure, or another condition may be responsible.