My front teeth have been hurting for the past week. they feel extra sensitive when i drink or eat as well. could i just need to switch toothpaste?

Many possible causes: Increased sensitivity to the teeth can have many possible causes, including infection, dental caries, gingivitis, or even a tooth fracture. Best to see your dentist to have them check for possible causes to the sensitivity.

No: You should see your dentist and have them checked. The sensitivity is a sign of pulpal irritation. Possible causes of the sensitivity are periodontal disease, trauma, bruxing, or occlusal high spots. It is also possible that you are suffering from erosion and root sensitivity from exposure to acidic foods or liquids. Some get relief from desensitizing toothpaste like sendodyne.

Possibly: But more likely you need to see your dentist to determine if there is anything wrong with your teeth. During the exam, discuss your concerns and listen to the advice you receive.

Maybe: I have found many of the new whitening tooth pastes cause sensitive teeth. It might get better by changing toothpaste.

Have your dentist: Check your bite, you may grinding your teeth.

Find the cause: Switching toothpastes will not solve the situation, though at times they will mask the cause. Excess forces on the teeth from grinding or a bad bite are often, though not always, the cause of symptoms such as yours. See your dentist to determine the cause so you can find out definitive solutions...

See dentist: Many causes are possible for your sensitivity. It can be something mild like recession, exposed root/ cementum to worse like cracked tooth syndrome, deep decay, periodontal infection, cracked root, etc... See your dentist!