Sensitive Teeth
Treatment
Sharp pain from hot, cold or sweet is common and treatable. Causes: enamel erosion, exposed roots, cracks, decay. Check-up identifies cause.
Treatment Options
Fluoride strengthens enamel. Bonding covers roots. Desensitising treatments block nerves. Night guards prevent grinding wear.
Check-Up from £79
Final cost confirmed at your consultation. 0% finance available.
What Happens at Your Appointment
Sensitive Teeth — Causes & Treatment
Most Common Causes
- Enamel wear from overzealous brushing or acid erosion
- Gum recession exposing the root surface
- Small cracks or old fillings leaking at the margins
- Grinding (bruxism) wearing enamel thin
- Recent whitening (usually temporary, 24–72 hours)
- Early tooth decay
Our Clinical Approach
We'll identify exactly which teeth are sensitive and why — that determines treatment. Mild cases respond to prescription-strength desensitising toothpaste and a change of brushing technique. Moderate cases may need composite bonding to cover exposed dentine or gum-line fillings. Grinding is treated with a custom night guard from £280.
Pricing & Finance
Assessment included in routine check-up (from £79 or included with a plan). Desensitising treatments from £79. Composite bonding from £392 per tooth. Custom night guard from £280.
Typical Treatment Timeline
Most patients report significant improvement within 2–3 weeks of starting treatment.
Related: Teeth Grinding Treatment →
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book an appointment at Tower Dental?
You can book in three ways: call 01253 353759 during opening hours, use the online booking form on any page of our website, or message us on WhatsApp. For cosmetic treatments (veneers, composite bonding, whitening, implants, Invisalign), we use a £40 Smile Consultation booking — this is payable online at booking and includes a full smile assessment, 3D digital preview and personalised treatment plan. For general dentistry, emergencies and hygienist visits, booking is free and we confirm your appointment by phone.
Where is Tower Dental located and where do I park?
Tower Dental is at 302a Devonshire Road, Blackpool, Lancashire FY2 0TW. Free on-street parking is available directly outside the practice — there is no need to find a car park or pay for parking. The practice is easily reached from all Blackpool postcodes, from Cleveleys, Bispham, Fleetwood, Poulton-le-Fylde, Thornton, Lytham St Annes and Kirkham and from the M55 motorway for patients travelling from Preston, Lancaster and further afield. Patients regularly travel to us from across the Fylde Coast and wider Lancashire.
Is Tower Dental a private or NHS practice?
Tower Dental is a private dental practice. We offer membership plans from £9.99 per month for children and from £19.60 per month for adults (includes two check-ups, hygienist visits, x-rays and a discount on treatments), plus pay-as-you-go pricing and 0% finance over 6 or 10 months on larger treatments. Our prices are transparent and published on the website. Every quote is confirmed in writing at your consultation before any work begins, with no pressure to proceed.
What are Tower Dental's opening hours and do you offer same-day emergency appointments?
We are open Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm. We are closed on Sundays. Same-day emergency appointments are available Monday to Friday from 8:30am — please call 01253 353759 as early in the day as possible to secure a slot. Members of our Adult and Periodontal plans receive unlimited emergency appointments at no additional charge. Common emergencies we see include severe toothache, dental abscesses, broken or chipped teeth, lost fillings or crowns and dental trauma.
How is Tower Dental regulated and what are the dentists' qualifications?
Tower Dental is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and met all CQC regulations at its most recent inspection on 16 July 2024. All clinicians are registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) which sets and enforces professional standards across UK dentistry. Our team includes Dr Sarah Metias (Principal, GDC 114267, MJDF RCS England), Dr San Chatterjee (Implant Dentist, GDC 84643), Dr Alaaeldin Elraggal (Associate, GDC 300605, PhD Dental Biomaterials) and Dr Safa Rafiq (Associate, GDC 296810). You can verify any GDC registration on the GDC Register.
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302a Devonshire Road, Blackpool, Lancashire FY2 0TW · 01253 353759
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