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The common causes are the result of worn tooth enamel or exposed tooth roots. Other factors, such as a cavity, a cracked or chipped tooth, gum disease or a side effect of a teeth grinding. The best way to find out why a tooth is sensitive is to have dentist examine you.

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How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Very common

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Mouth

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Hypothyroidism (adult)
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Hashimoto's disease (thyroiditis)
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Hypothyroidism
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Dental abscess
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Trigeminal neuralgia (facial nerve pain)
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Coumadin
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