Let’s face it, most of us would love to have healthy, hygienic, and white-washed teeth, which helps a lot with our self-confidence and oral cleanliness, won’t we? But just as much as we love it, there will almost always be a point in our lives when we will experience at least one of the many common dental problems. Let’s go through the five most common dental problems, along with their treatments : 

Tooth Sensitivity – Once the top layer of your tooth (the enamel) begins to wear off, the tooth becomes more sensitive when exposed to the air, and other food items as the enamel serves as protection all this time. This sensitivity can be felt when your teeth come in contact with ice creams, sugary food items, hot liquid items, cold air, or other foods that need to be bitten down to be chewed and swallowed.

Dehydrated or Dry Mouth – This may sound weird, but it is actually one of the most common dental problems which aren’t really taken seriously by people due to the lack of awareness. In truth, the problems of having a dry mouth do run deeper than you think. This is usually a lack of saliva when chewing, talking, and sleeping, and it is imperative to sort it out as soon as possible, or else it can soon be a nuisance.

Bad Breath – One of the most common dental problems is bad, stinky breath, and the worst breath is caused due to the lack or absence of proper oral hygiene, any form of mouth or throat cancer, or even the excess consumption of food items such as onions and garlic. Having a dry mouth and acid reflux can also result in bad breath.

Tooth Decay – This is when bacteria creates a toxic layer on your teeth, and this toxic layer slowly eats away at the enamel which covers your teeth, which worsens when it comes into contact with hot, cold, or sugary stuff. An acid is then created, which ruins the condition of the tooth by forming small black holes and damages the nerve of the tooth, which makes the tooth become very sensitive.

Gum Disease – Also called Gingivitis, this is also a frequent problem that affects one’s gums. It is a bacterial disease that results in sensitive gums, causing them to look red, swollen, and even bleed. Likewise, bad breath and sensitive teeth can also mean that one has gum disease.

What are the treatments for the five most common dental problems?

Now that you’ve seen the common dental problems, let’s see how to tackle them: 

• For tooth sensitivity, one must brush their teeth firmly with toothpaste that contain fluoride as it helps to cleanse the teeth and strengthen them, and also to use toothbrushes that have soft bristles so that it goes easy on the teeth and doesn’t trigger any sensitive responses.
• For people with dehydrated or dry mouths, the best course of action is to drink water and hydrate oneself regularly, and that alone will do wonders. Avoid anything which triggers dry mouths, such as caffeine, chewing gums, alcohol, and sugar.
• The ones with bad breath must brush their teeth at least twice a day to get rid of the bacteria that cause the odor to arise. Various types of mouthwash that contain cleansing ingredients are also available and are useful to eliminate any last traces that cause your stinky breath.
• Treatments for tooth decay vary as the dental care for your tooth is based on how much damage your tooth has undergone. You can prevent it by brushing and flossing twice a day. If needed, one can get a proper diagnosis from a dentist and see if they need any form of tooth filling, dental crowns, or tooth extractions.
• Gum diseases can be cured by both surgical and nonsurgical measures. Most gum diseases are treated by applying a paste on your gums which reduces inflammation, bleeding, and sensitivity.

If any of you encounter these problems, the best decision is to get the advice of a professional dentist.