{"id":35,"date":"2024-08-04T19:17:54","date_gmt":"2024-08-04T19:17:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newparkmallpediatricsandorthodontics.com\/blog\/?p=35"},"modified":"2024-09-09T19:20:41","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T19:20:41","slug":"childs-teeth-are-sensitive-is-this-a-dental-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newparkmallpediatricsandorthodontics.com\/blog\/2024\/08\/04\/childs-teeth-are-sensitive-is-this-a-dental-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"My Child\u2019s Teeth Are Sensitive \u2013 Is This a Dental Emergency?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Maybe your child has been complaining about eating hot or cold foods or says that brushing their teeth hurts. The point is, their pearly whites are overly sensitive. Sudden dental sensitivities can be concerning, especially when it\u2019s your little one. But how do you know whether it\u2019s a dental emergency<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s true tooth sensitivity could mean a variety of things, but don\u2019t worry. Just keep reading to learn what you should look for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Could Tooth Sensitivity Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When resilient teeth become delicate, it\u2019s typically because the outer layer of enamel has been compromised in some way. This leaves the more tender layer, called dentin, exposed. Here\u2019s what might be going on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n