4 Ways The Cold Weather Might Be Impacting Your Mouth (Yes, Really)

<div><img src="https://img.huffingtonpost.com/asset/6911f2fe150000b0409c2bb8.jpg?ops=scalefit_630_noupscale" alt="" data-caption="" data-credit-link-back="" data-credit="Catherine Falls Commercial via Getty Images" /></div><div class="content-list-component text"><p>The cold weather can impact our bodies in so many ways, from <a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/menopause-symptoms-worse-winter_uk_68f0b9bce4b061265b2ba08c">making menopause symptoms worse </a>to <a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/why-cold-weather-makes-arthritis-worse_uk_69020f32e4b0828bf5cd6085">triggering arthritis flare ups.</a></p><p>But one little-known effect of the winter weather is that it can also trigger or worsen a range of dental problems, according to Dr Raj Juneja, principal dentist at <a href="https://faceteethsmile.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Face Teeth Smile Dental Clinics</a>.</p><p>So, in the spirit of staying informed – and preventing any issues from cropping up when the worst of the cold weather hits – here are just some of the ways cooler climes can impact your gnashers. </p><h3><strong>1. Tooth sensitivity</strong></h3><p>Dr Juneja said one of the most frequent issues dentists see during winter is tooth sensitivity. </p><p>When your tooth enamel (the outer layer of your teeth) becomes worn or thin, the underlying dentin and nerves are more exposed. </p><p>This means external stimuli – like hot or cold substances (yes, your morning coffee en route to work is very much included in that) –  can reach the nerve and cause a sharp, shooting pain. </p><p>If you’ve noticed a bit of sensitivity, the dentist advises using a desensitising toothpaste and a soft-bristled brush, as