If your teeth are sensitive to changes in temperature or certain foods, you may be looking for a solution to your problem. Your dentist should check for any root causes, and if none are found, then they may recommend using a desensitizing toothpaste. If you've tried this type of toothpaste before with little luck, then you may want to look at other treatment options. Here are four treatments that could potentially help.

Resin Bonding

When people think of resin bonding, they may think of a cosmetic procedure where tooth chips or discolorations are corrected. While resin bonding can be used for cosmetic corrections, it is a great procedure for tooth sensitivity as well. When the enamel wears down, the underlying dentin and pulp can be exposed, which can cause some sensitivity. Resin bonding can build the enamel layer back up and reduce sensitivity. In fact, one study found that besides desensitizing toothpaste, dentin-bonded resins could be an effective solution for dentin hypersensitivity.

One advantage of bonding is that it is a fairly quick procedure, and it's painless. Your dentist will roughen the enamel surface so that the bonding agent will adhere to it. Once the bonding material is shaped, your dentist will use a curing light to harden it.

Prescription Fluoride

While you may have some trace amounts of fluoride in your toothpaste, prescription fluoride is different since it often comes in larger quantities. Prescription fluoride usually comes in gels, tablets, or rinses. It isn't used all the time like desensitizing toothpaste; your dentist may only have you take a dosage for a couple of weeks. The fluoride strengthens your teeth and makes them more resistant to acid and bacteria that cause cavities, which in turn reduces sensitivity levels. This solution can be a good option if you have mild or moderate sensitivity but aren't responding well to desensitizing toothpaste.

Gum Grafting

If you have gum recession from aggressive brushing, bruxism, gum disease, etc., you may have some sensitivity around the roots of your teeth. Your dentist can take gum tissue from elsewhere in your mouth and attach it to injured sites. The graft will cover exposed roots, which should correct your tooth sensitivity.

In-Office Laser Therapy

One study found that laser therapy was an effective treatment for both tactile hypersensitivity and thermal sensitivity. During laser therapy, your dentist will apply a desensitizing agent to your teeth and then use a laser to activate the ingredients in this product. Like dental bonding, this type of treatment doesn't take long and is painless.

These are just a few treatment options that could help your sensitive teeth. Reach out to a dentist in your area today to learn more.