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Loose Teeth Dentistry
Dental Bonding to Fix Loose Teeth?
Question:
One of my teeth on the top of my mouth is loose. I have only had one cavity before when I was a baby from milk.
I am concerned that it might fall out. What will happen? I went to the dentist not too long ago. About 2 months or so.
The problem started about 2 weeks ago. My teeth are well taken care of. I brush twice a day. ...Visitor from WI
How long before losing my teeth?
Answer:
Having an inexplicable loose tooth is not a sign of something that can be regarded casually.
Since no history is provided, I can only suggest possibilities that might include compromised bone or connective tissue, an occlusal issue, bruxism, an orthodontic issue, cracked or fractured roots....
Having a loose tooth can not only further compromise the tooth but it can also affect adjacent tooth structures and possibly overall occlusion if your characteristic bite is changing.
See your dentist soon and until then try to avoid biting and chewing behaviors with that particular tooth and adjacent areas of your bite.
Editorial Staff
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