Within the past week, about 5/6 of the teeth that comprise the right side of my mouth (both on the top row and the bottom row) have suddenly become sensitive. It started with just one tooth - a tooth that I've known to become sensitive every now and then - but I'm seems to have 'spread' to other teeth (that's what it feels like, anyway). I've never had a toothache before, but from hearing about the agonising pain that people tend to experience with one, I can conclude that is just an annoying sensitivity. The teeth aren't sensitive to temperature, but pressure. If I run my tongue over the teeth, I feel a nerve sensation. It isn't exactly painful, just rather annoying and uncomfortable. Even when my mouth is still and I'm not running my tongue over the teeth, I can feel a level of sensitivity in the teeth - a kind of dull tingling sensation. A part of the gym on the top row is a bit sore, too.

 

I'd be willing to accept that this could be a symptom of a cavity or infection, but with SIX teeth? And how likely is it that symptoms would present at the exact same time for the six teeth?

 

It is wise to add that I suffer from general anxiety, and prior to this issue I was already extremely anxious about an approaching dentist appointment regarding a bit of discolouration on a tooth on the other side of my mouth (which doesn't present with any pain) which I've gotten worked up about, so I understand that anxiety could be contributing towards this.

 

I would appreciate any thoughts and opinions on this matter - what might be causing it etc. 

 

Thank you.