Have just returned from holiday and my teeth are really sensitive. Could flying have caused this and why?!


Question: Have just returned from holiday and my teeth are really sensitive. Could flying have caused this and why.?
Answers:
A quick easy answer would be to take a nasal decongestant which is available over the counter at any chemist. As a previous person stated the changing air pressure in the plane can cause this problem if you have nose and sinus which are a little congested and the pressure cannot equalize. The same thing happens with some people's ears if the eustacian tubes are blocked. A decongestant will cure them both.
The sensitivity in your teeth is because the roots of the posterior teeth often project into the sinuses and if the sinuses are unhappy your brain can interpret this as coming from your teeth so you think your teeth are hurting but it is really your sinuses which are unhappy.Health Question & Answer

Yes.
Some people get earache and congestion aswell .Its due probably to the change in air pressure in the cabin which can affect your sinuses.It should clear quite quickly and if not could be indicative of blocked or infected sinuses so if it persists see your doctor.He will probably tell you to see your dentist but stress that you think it was caused by the air pressure on the plane. Health Question & Answer



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