Ant138
418 posts
Apr 25, 2010
11:58 PM
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I was wondering if any of you suffer from sensitive teeth?
My bottom front teeth have been gradually getting more sensitive over the course of a year or so. I was wondering if it could be down to the harp clacking against my teeth.
I know from some of Adams video's that sometimes the harp needs to clack against the teeth. Could this be wearing away my enamel?
I was just curious if anyone else gets sensitive teeth. Its got to the point where just breathing in on some days makes my front bottom teeth hurt. I look after my teeth and i have never suffered with problems with my teeth , no fillings etc.I am aware that anyone can suffer from it but it would be interesting to find out if any of you guy's have ever suffered from it esspecially the front bottom teeth:)
EDIT: Im sure theres a new Blues name for me in there somewhere lol.
Last Edited by on Apr 26, 2010 12:00 AM
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Kyzer Sosa
448 posts
Apr 26, 2010
2:39 AM
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I have sensitive teeth from time to time. My dentist told me it could be dependent on the foods i eat. acid content, etc...I have never clacked my teeth against the harp, regardless of how or what I played. I dont think it has much to do with wearing away the enamel, you probably do more clacking when you eat with silverware than you ever would playing the harp...
Are your teeth gapped properly? Many people's teeth are not properly gapped for optimum playability...OOTB teeth are prone to this.
I refuse to brush my teeth. Mainly so no one will play my harps, and so girls will not want to make out with me. Another reason for this: I suggested to Brad Harrison that, in addition to his B-Rad, that he also accommodate the sensitive toothed by introducing the newest model, the Oral-B. Like Brendan in the VALVED thread, i will seek 5 years worth of royalties from Brad. (fingers crossed)
In all seriousness, Sensodyne is a great toothpaste for sensitive teeth. I have used it in the past with good results. I just cant see it being harp related.
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Ant138
420 posts
Apr 26, 2010
3:10 AM
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LMAO Kyzer!!!! That was funny. My top two front teeth are definatly not gapped properly, maybe Buddah can do me a custom set.
I was hoping it wasn't the harp that was causing the problems but i thought i would check on here. I've just started using Sensodyne so i hope to feel some improvement soon.
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Joch230
93 posts
Apr 26, 2010
4:52 AM
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The Sensodyne takes a bit to work. My dentist said you could speed it along by smearing some on your sensitive teeth and then just letting it be for a while...usually until you need spit it out. It has to kind of clog the pores of the tooth to deaden the nerves.
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oda
279 posts
Apr 26, 2010
8:12 AM
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Ant, you seem to know about dentinal sensitivity. If it's not that it could be Pulpal sensitivity -- due to clenching your jaw or grinding your teeth or brushing too hard. How frustrated do you get after a woodshed session!?
PS. You shall now be known as sensitooth.
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harpcrab
48 posts
Apr 26, 2010
10:29 AM
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It think it's doubtful your harmonica is causing your sensitivity- Most commonly, tooth sensitivity is caused by receeding gums, exposing the root surfaces to acidic food and bacteria that make up the plaque that grows on your teeth.
You might want to try a fluoride gel- I like 1.23% APF- the pharmacist should be able to help you find it. Use it at night, AFTER you have cleaned your teeth with regular toothpaste, but before you go to bed. Use your toothbrush as an applicator- apply gel to all surfaces of all teeth, especially the root surfaces. Spit out the excess, then go to bed leaving a film of the gel on your teeth- (don't drink anything to wash it off). Try this a couple of weeks- if you are still having trouble, or if it becomes acute, see your dentist to rule out other possible problems.
The fluoride ions tend to plug the tubules in the root surface (like the strontium chloride ions in Sensodyne as mentioned above), but the fluoride also strengthens the root surface and makes it less suseptable to decay.
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nacoran
1769 posts
Apr 26, 2010
11:02 AM
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There are cheaper brands than Sensodyne that work just as well. Sensodyne also stains your sink pink. And the tubes tend to bust open at the wrong end. Colgate and Crest both have formulations for sensitive teeth.
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Joch230
94 posts
Apr 26, 2010
1:33 PM
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I don't know if you have Dollar Stores where you live but I get my "Sensodyne" generic there for a buck. Same exact stuff.
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Ant138
422 posts
Apr 26, 2010
11:52 PM
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Thanks for all the help guy's its put my mind at rest. I really thought it could be the harp doing this to my teeth.
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boris_plotnikov
91 posts
Apr 27, 2010
12:10 AM
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It was a problem three years ago. Dentist cure two small holes in the teeth and recommend me to use senosodyne or lacalute sensitive toothpastes. I don't use these toothpastes everyday. Only when I have some sensivity issues,
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