In-clinic care for sensitive teeth in southeast Edmonton. Applied during your dental hygiene visit to help reduce sensitivity to cold, sweets, and other triggers.
Desensitizing treatment in Edmonton helps reduce this sensitivity by protecting exposed areas of the tooth and limiting how strongly outside triggers reach the sensitive inner layer. At Yours Dental Hygiene, your registered dental hygienist first looks at where the sensitivity is occurring and what may be contributing to it.
The outer surface of the tooth is protected by enamel, while the roots are normally covered by gum tissue. When enamel wears down, or gums recede, dentine underneath can become exposed.
Dentine contains microscopic channels that can transmit sensations from cold, heat, sweets, or touch toward the inside of the tooth.
Common factors linked with sensitivity include:
Understanding what is contributing to your sensitivity is important because reducing the trigger can help support longer-lasting comfort.
Professional desensitizing products are applied directly to the areas where sensitivity is present.
Depending on your needs, a varnish or desensitizing agent may be used to help block or reduce the movement of sensations through exposed dentine.
During desensitizing treatment in Edmonton, your hygienist may:
The application itself is generally quick and can often be completed at the end of your dental hygiene appointment.
Fluoride may sometimes be used alongside desensitizing treatment, particularly when exposed roots or weakened tooth surfaces are involved.
Fluoride can help strengthen the tooth surface while certain desensitizing agents focus on reducing sensitivity.
Your dental hygienist can determine whether one treatment or a combination may be suitable based on the location and cause of your sensitivity.
Brushing too firmly may irritate the gums and may contribute to wear around the gumline over time. If sensitivity is linked with brushing habits, your hygienist may recommend:
Small changes in technique can help protect exposed surfaces while still keeping your teeth clean.
Professional treatment can provide additional support, but daily care plays an important role in managing sensitive teeth.
A desensitizing toothpaste may be recommended for regular use. These products generally work gradually, so consistent use is important.
You may also be advised to:
Temporary sensitivity can occur during or after teeth whitening. If you already have sensitive teeth, tell your hygienist before beginning whitening. The whitening schedule, gel concentration, or wear time may need to be adjusted.
Desensitizing products may also be recommended before, during, or after whitening depending on your individual response.
Not every sensitive tooth has the same cause. Sensitivity that appears suddenly, affects one particular tooth, becomes stronger, or does not settle may need additional assessment beyond routine dental hygiene care.
At Yours Dental Hygiene, your hygienist can identify visible hygiene-related factors and let you know when follow-up with a dentist or another oral health provider may be appropriate.
Some people notice improvement shortly after an in-clinic application, while others may need repeated care or consistent use of desensitizing toothpaste before noticing a meaningful change.
No. Sensitivity can have several causes. If it is persistent, severe, new, or limited to one tooth, further assessment may be recommended to determine whether something else is contributing.
Yes. Sensitivity may return if the underlying cause remains, such as gum recession, enamel wear, grinding, or aggressive brushing. Ongoing home care can help manage recurring symptoms.
Desensitizing treatment in Edmonton can help manage sensitivity related to exposed dentine, gum recession, enamel wear, whitening, or other hygiene-related factors.
At Yours Dental Hygiene, treatment is based on where your sensitivity is coming from and what can be done both in the clinic and at home to reduce irritation.
Sensitive teeth bothering you?
Book an appointment with Yours Dental Hygiene or call 825-402-6111.
Yes. When appropriate, a desensitizing product can often be applied during the same dental hygiene visit after your teeth and sensitive areas have been assessed and cleaned.
The application itself usually takes only a few minutes. The overall appointment time depends on whether it is being combined with a cleaning, fluoride treatment, or another dental hygiene service.
Mild sensitivity that may improve with consistent use of desensitizing toothpaste and gentler brushing. Professional treatment may provide additional support when home care alone is not giving enough relief.
Yes. Regular intake of acidic foods and drinks can contribute to enamel wear, which may increase sensitivity. Reducing how often they are consumed may help protect vulnerable tooth surfaces.
Grinding and clenching can place extra pressure on teeth and contribute to wear over time. Your hygienist may notice signs of wear and recommend further assessment if needed.
No. Sensitive areas still need regular cleaning. Use a soft toothbrush, light pressure, and the technique recommended by your hygienist to avoid irritating the area while controlling plaque.
Yes. Exposed roots can be more sensitive because they are not protected by the same enamel covering found on the visible crown of the tooth.
Yes. Desensitizing toothpaste contains ingredients designed to reduce sensitivity over time. It usually needs to be used consistently for several weeks before the full effect can be assessed.
Temporary sensitivity can sometimes occur after plaque and tartar are removed, especially around exposed root surfaces. It often settles, but persistent discomfort should be discussed with your dental hygienist.
No. You can book directly with Yours Dental Hygiene. A registered dental hygienist can assess sensitive areas and discuss whether an in-clinic desensitizing treatment may be appropriate for you.
