Question
“MSC
Over the last decade my teeth have started to become loose. My teeth have also started to feel uncomfortable when I eat harder foods. Is there anything you can suggest which would help stop this, or any way you can help stabilise them?”
We decided to share the advice we gave, it may help someone else who has found themselves in this position, but is too frightened or embarrassed to ask
Answer
Obviously the best and first thing anyone with dental problems should do is clean their teeth thoroughly, including using inter dental brushes, floss and mouth wash, as food trapped between teeth can cause dental problems. If the problem persists or has progressed to the point where teeth have become loose, you should contact a dentist without delay. Teeth can become loose for a number of reasons, other times it is a result of sudden physical trauma, such as a sporting accident, sometimes it results from more gradual trauma such as tooth grinding, in some cases it is trauma to the jaw which has resulted in gradual or sudden bone loss. Most commonly it is caused by periodontal disease, bacteria which results from plaque. Due to there being so many different reasons teeth can become loose, it’s important to have a dentist assess the cause of the damage and recommend a treatment plan.
The good news in that in many cases, loose teeth can be treated and restored to a good level of dental health. The ways this is achieved vary, for example if the loss of tooth security has been caused by grinding, the dentist may decide all you need is a bite guard. This is a relatively inexpensive treatment and can resolve mild problems. If the problem has progressed further, the dentist might make a bite adjustment, by either replacing crowns, grinding fillings or teeth. This treatment is call an occlusal adjustment. A bite guard is also often used in conjunction with this treatment.
If a number of teeth have become loose or a single tooth has become very loose, a dental splint may be applied. Dental splints are in essence similar to braces, but don’t encase the entire set of lower, or upper teeth. In some cases the splints may be used to stabilise the teeth and then removed, but in other cases crowns may be used in combination with the splints as a permanent stabiliser.
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Clear Aligners or Fixed Retainers? |
It is also possible to use orthodontic braces to stabilise teeth. This would normally only be done where a patient has another reason for wanting braces, such as the desire to improve their smile or make it easier to clean their teeth. The cause of the underlying problem can make treatment with braces difficult or unsuitable, which only a dentist will be able to assess. A dentist will also be able to help you select the correct brace type, as both treatment and lifestyle can impact the brace which will best suit you. We find most patients are very glad to have a dentist help them select a brace, as deciding between clear aligners or fixed retainers can be, daunting, confusing or altogether off putting when faced alone.
Please don’t worry about your teeth any more, come and see one of our dental specialist, who will be more than happen to help you.
Regards
Kelly
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If you are worried about loose teeth, please don't delay book an appointment with MSC today. We have extended our opening hours, so one of our dental practices it probably able to help you out right now. Alternatively you may find it easier to send us a message via our website.
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