Loose Tooth

A loose tooth in adults can be concerning. It occurs when the tooth loses its support and detaches from the gum/bone.

What are the potential causes of a loose tooth?

There are a number of reasons why a tooth might loosCauses of loose teeth include:

Gum Disease – this is the most frequent cause of loose teeth in adults. Poor dental hygiene leads to plaque buildup, which hardens into something called tartar. Tartar can separate gum tissue from teeth, causing infection.
Injury or Trauma: Accidental impact or injury can loosen teeth. Seek dental care promptly if you experience trauma.
Bruxism (Teeth Grinding): Habitual teeth grinding can weaken tooth support structures. A dentist can recommend a mouthguard to wear at night to prevent further damage.

Weakened Bone and Tissue: Degradation or damage to bone and tissue can cause teeth to become loose. Regular dental checkups are crucial to catch issues early.

Why is it worth treating?

Early treatment by a dentist can help restore gum health and tighten loose teeth. If not treated, you are more likely to lose your tooth causing a gap which can affect your ability to chew your food. It can also affect the aesthetics of your smile.

How can we help?

Early treatment by a dentist can help restore gum health and tighten loose teeth. We would recommend booking a dental check up with dentists. In this appointment the dentist will complete a full assessment of your teeth, gums and mouth. They may take some routine x-rays. Once completed they will provide a diagnosis and offer you a range of options for potential treatments which you can take away with you to think about. In rare cases your dentist may need to refer you to a specialist for a more in-depth diagnosis and treatment plan.

Why Choose Us?

“Treating Patients like Family since 1977”

Duthie Dental have been delivering outstanding family dental care since 1977. Our team of highly skilled clinicians, nurses and administrators look forward to welcoming you and will strive to do all they can to treat any problems you may have.

In 2021 we opened The Abbey by Duthie Dental which houses our Specialist Referral Clinic for more complex concerns and treatment. This allows our patients a much broader range of treatments they can have with us instead of being referred out to a different practice.