What are loose teeth?
Loose teeth are teeth that lack structural support and which have detached from the bone and the gum. Other symptoms that can commonly accompany loose teeth include bleeding and swollen gums, as well as gum recession (where the gums withdraw from teeth).
What causes loose teeth?
Some common causes of loose teeth include:
Gum disease
This is actually the leading cause of tooth loss among adults in the U.K. The build-up of plaque can plague the gum line and eventually cause teeth to pull away from your teeth. This causes pockets to form, making it challenging for your gums to retain your teeth firmly in position. As a result, they can become loose, and treatment will be required to retain them in place.
Trauma
A knock to the face can sometimes be enough to dislodge a tooth. In the event of an accident or injury to the face, come and see us as soon as you can, as it may be possible to save your loose tooth from needing to be extracted.
Tooth Grinding
Chronic tooth grinding and clenching can damage the ligaments connecting your teeth to the jawbone. The good news is that even if ligaments beneath the teeth are compromised, these can be restored, though time is of the essence. The earlier you notice a loose tooth and seek treatment, the more chance your dentist has of fortifying the ligaments.
What if I have to have the tooth extracted?
If the tooth requires extraction, this will benefit your oral health in the long term. As the leading implant clinic in the North East, you can receive outstanding quality treatment should you wish to have an implant placed to address the new gap in your teeth. Dental implants are exceptional at emulating the function of a real tooth root and can be a permanent answer to tooth loss as long as they are well cared for.
Why choose Denmark Street?
We are dentists who specialise in the diagnosing, planning and rehabilitation of loose teeth. Part of achieving a successful and predictable outcome is taking the time to explore all avenues so that we can establish which treatment route best fits your personal and clinical needs.
Our state-of-the-art digital scanner and CBCT scanner give us an excellent insight into the health of your jawbone and the condition of your mouth. Our dentists can use this vital information and apply their dexterity, knowledge, and skills to perform your treatment.
Using our state-of-the-art facilities, your dentist here at Denmark Street can swiftly assess the cause of your loose tooth. In every single case, we will attempt to preserve the tooth as long as it is in the interest of your oral health.
