Tooth Sensitivity Melbourne

Hot & Cold Tooth Sensitivity: Stop the Flinch and Find Relief

We all know the feeling: you take a sip of hot coffee or bite into a cold scoop of ice cream, and a sudden, sharp pain shoots through your tooth. While occasional, mild sensitivity can be normal, severe or lingering pain to hot and cold temperatures is a major red flag that the inner nerve of your tooth is damaged, infected, or inflamed.

At Associated Endodontists of Melbourne, we specialize in diagnosing and treating the root cause of severe tooth sensitivity. Dr. Paul Scott and our team combine advanced 3D diagnostics with our signature "Gentle Root Canal Experience" to stop your pain and save your natural tooth.

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Why Does My Tooth Hurt When It’s Hot or Cold?

To understand sensitivity, it helps to understand the anatomy of your tooth. Beneath the hard, protective outer layer of enamel lies the dentin, which contains microscopic tubes leading straight to the dental pulp (the nerves and blood vessels inside the tooth).

When your enamel wears down or the tooth is damaged, hot and cold temperatures travel through those tubes and shock the nerve. Common causes of severe sensitivity include:

  • Deep Tooth Decay: A cavity that has penetrated past the enamel and reached the sensitive inner pulp.
  • Cracked or Fractured Teeth: Hairline cracks allow bacteria and temperature changes to reach the nerves directly.
  • Failing Dental Restorations: Old, leaky fillings or loose crowns that no longer protect the underlying tooth structure.
  • Gum Recession: Exposed tooth roots have no protective enamel covering, making them highly sensitive to temperature.
  • Traumatic Dental Injury: A physical blow to the mouth can cause the nerve inside the tooth to become inflamed and hypersensitive.

When Do I Need to See an Endodontist?

If your sensitivity is mild and goes away the exact second you swallow your cold drink, your general dentist may be able to help with desensitizing toothpaste or a simple filling.

However, you need to see an endodontist immediately if you experience:

  • Lingering Pain: The ache lasts for 10, 30, or even 60 seconds after the hot or cold food is gone.
  • Spontaneous Pain: Your tooth starts throbbing or aching randomly, even when you aren't eating or drinking.
  • Heat Sensitivity: While cold sensitivity is common, extreme sensitivity to heat (like hot coffee or soup) almost always indicates a dying or infected nerve.
  • Accompanied Symptoms: You also have swelling in your gums, a pimple-like bump on the gum line, or pain when biting down.

How We Treat Severe Tooth Sensitivity

When you visit our historic downtown Melbourne office, we don't just guess at the problem. We use precision technology to find the exact source of your pain and treat it permanently.

  1. Pinpoint Diagnosis (3D Imaging): We utilize a state-of-the-art Cone Beam CT (CBCT) scanner to take a highly detailed, 3D image of your tooth. This allows Dr. Scott to see hidden fractures or deep infections that standard 2D X-rays miss.
  2. Painless Root Canal Therapy: If the nerve of your tooth is infected or irreversibly damaged, Dr. Scott will perform a root canal. Utilizing advanced GentleWave® Technology, we gently flush out the infected tissue and bacteria from the deepest microscopic crevices of your tooth, stopping the pain at its source.
  3. Fast Recovery: Because our treatments are minimally invasive, most patients return to their normal daily routines the very next day, finally free from hot and cold sensitivity!

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Pricing & Insurance: Clear and Transparent

We believe in making expert endodontic care accessible and completely transparent.

  • Insurance Accepted: We proudly accept most major PPO dental plans, including Delta Dental and Humana. Our front office team will happily perform a complimentary benefits check prior to your appointment.
  • No Surprise Bills: Before any treatment begins, we will provide you with a clear, easy-to-understand estimate of your out-of-pocket costs.
  • CareCredit Financing: For out-of-pocket expenses, we offer CareCredit financing so you can break the cost of your care into budget-friendly monthly payments.

Experience Specialized Care in a Relaxing Environment

Dealing with tooth pain is stressful enough; your dental visit shouldn't be. Patients throughout Melbourne, Viera, and Brevard County choose Associated Endodontists of Melbourne because we have redefined endodontic care.

Dr. Paul Scott has performed over 35,000 successful root canals. Instead of a sterile clinic, you will receive care in our beautifully restored 1910 historic building. With a complimentary beverage bar, aromatherapy towels, and your choice of music, getting out of pain has never been this relaxing.

Stop Avoiding Your Favorite Foods

You don't have to live with the fear of a sudden toothache. Let our expert team accurately diagnose your hot and cold sensitivity and provide permanent relief.

Associated Endodontists of Melbourne

1114 Palmetto Ave. Melbourne, FL 32901

Phone:(321) 722-0550

Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm