3. Excessive Sensitivity
If you suddenly have tooth pain when eating ice cream or drinking a hot beverage this could be a sign of a general weakening of the teeth or it could be a symptom of a dental abscess. This sensitivity can develop because a layer of the tooth called dentin may have been affected by decay or other problems.
Dentin is the layer that enables the tooth to withstand extremes of temperature in food. It is a good idea to avoid consuming food that will intensify the pain from a tooth abscess. Different people will have different sensitivities, but these usually include ice cream, smoothies, sorbet, and hot beverages and broths. It is also a good idea to avoid very sugary or acidic foods.
This includes soft drinks and foods that can create a PH imbalance that can intensify the pain. In addition, since sugary foods can promote tooth decay, they should be limited in any case.