Tooth Sensitive to Cold

Tooth sensitive to cold is a common complaint that many patients present with to the dentist, and if you are lucky, then chances are that you may just have saved yourself from an impending root canal treatment, or worse still, a tooth extraction. Given below are the causes and treatment for a tooth sensitive to cold.

Tooth Sensitive to Cold: Causes & Treatment

Tooth Decay
One of the most common conditions that leads to a tooth sensitive to cold and sweet is a deep tooth decay. Whenever there is tooth decay or dental caries, it first begins in the enamel of the tooth, from where it proceeds to the second layer, which is the dentin. Dentin is the semi-porous structure that is present in the tooth and when caries reaches the dentin, it leads to exposure of the dentinal tubules. This is what makes the tooth sensitive to cold. More often than not, this will not be sensed as proper and full-blown pain related to a decayed tooth, but instead will be felt as a mild and dull pain, mostly associated only with consumption of cold food or water. If the tooth decay is in this stage, then you should ideally contact your dentist immediately and he will evaluate your condition and plan the sensitive teeth treatment accordingly. Usually, a tooth filling should be the treatment for such a condition.

Gum Recession
Another condition due to which you may land up with a tooth sensitive to cold water and food is receding gums. The usual gum line is at the point where the enamel ends and cementum begins, that is, at the point where the white crown ends and the yellow root begins. However, due to many habits, like tobacco chewing and vigorous brushing, the gum line may recede and and this could lead to exposure of the root surface of the tooth. The root surface of the tooth is sensitive in nature and this may be why you could suffer from a tooth sensitive to cold. The receding gums treatment entails a surgery where a gingival graft is placed over the exposed region so that the root is not exposed in the oral cavity anymore.

Other Causes
There may be other dental conditions that could lead to a tooth sensitive to cold. Sometimes, a person may have sensitive teeth after filling. This happens when a tooth has deep caries, and the dentist, in a bid to avoid doing something as invasive as a root canal, instead fills the cavity with silver amalgam while applying a base of calcium lining so as to encourage closure of the exposed dentin. So initially, there may still be sensitivity in the tooth after this treatment, till the dentin bridge is formed. So, you may complain of a tooth sensitive to cold after filling but there is no need for treatment for this complaint. But if a person has throbbing pain after the filling, then it means that the caries has reached the pulp and now, there is no other way out but to do a root canal treatment. At times, a tooth that has a dental crown over it may also be sensitive to cold. This would signify that either the root canal done was not proper, due to which the sensitivity points towards root canal pain after procedure or it may mean that the cap is ill-fitting and impinging on the gingival border, leading to a receding gum line and root sensitivity. Either way, the person will need to get an x-ray done so as to evaluate the cause, and then decide whether there is need for a second root canal treatment or whether the dental cap needs to be resized or refitted.

Pimples on Buttocks and Thighs

Pimples, are perhaps, among the most common and frustratingly stubborn skin conditions that can affect anyone, and on any part of the body. Occurrence of red pimples on buttocks and thighs may not be a cosmetic concern for most, as it is when they affect the face. However, they may cause great discomfort while sitting or lying down. This condition of acne, according to most studies, has been found to a problem that is more prevalent among men, than their opposite sex. More information on the problem of butt pimples has been provided in the following.

What Causes Pimples on Buttocks and Thighs?

Red pimples on thighs and buttocks occur due to same reasons they appear on the face, and other parts of the body. Common causes of acne include too much production of sebum (it is known as the oily secretion of the sebaceous gland), buildup of bacteria in the area and irritation of the hair follicles on the skin.

Pimples on Buttocks - Treatment

Depending upon the severity of the condition, the treatment puts its focus on cutting down the production of the oil, keeping any bacterial infection in check, or reducing the inflammation. In some cases, the treatment might as well cover all these subjects. You can benefit from the use of over-the-counter medications, if you have got a mild acne problem. However, if such medications do not respond to your problem of pimples on buttocks and thighs, then you might need to let a dermatologist to take care of the condition. Some people might be required to follow a course of antibiotics, to deal with the bacteria.

How to Get Rid of Pimples on Buttocks and Thighs at Home?

Apart from what your doctors recommend you, there are in fact, a few things you can follow at home, to improve the condition. These are as follows:

• Make a mix of yogurt and fine oatmeal. Mix it so, that you get a thick paste. Apply it on the affected areas and wait for sometime until the paste dries. Wash the area the lukewarm water and dry it properly. Thereafter, you can use the medicated cream that you have been prescribed. This may not be good enough for getting rid of pimples overnight, but it sure does improve the condition in a short duration.
• Most people have benefited by using products which contain aloe vera as one of the active ingredients. You may use aloe vera gel or soap to treat your problem of pimples on buttocks and thighs. This method is also one of the popular ways of getting rid of pimples fast.
• One of the simplest natural remedies for pimples is to rub orange peels on the affected area.
• Get some cinnamon powder, and mix it with honey. Massage the affected area with it and leave it to dry. Wash it with lukewarm water and pat dry.
• Make a paste of ripe tomatoes, and simply apply it as a cream on the affected area. After giving it a wait of about an hour, wash it with lukewarm water.

So these were some home remedies for pimples, which you can use at home, to cope with the condition of pimples on legs, buttocks and thighs, or let's say, for an effective acne control. And before I put down the conclusion, I would like to tell you about the importance of drinking plenty of water. Toxins and waste in the body may aggravate the pimples on buttocks and thighs dearly. So one of the simple ways to get rid of such agents is to drink at least 3 - 4 liters of water daily. Needless to say, healthy diet also plays a significant role in controlling the outbreak of pimples. And finally, wearing tight-fitting undergarments or those made from polyester or nylon, would be the worst option to go for, while suffering from such a condition. It is always advisable to wear cotton undergarments. And while at home, loose cotton clothing does best for keeping the pimple-affected areas cool and dry.