I this weird dream last night. I dreamed that I was losing all of my teeth. I dreamed about it more than once. This is like the 5th time. What do these kind of dreams mean?
This has been going on for like 2 years.
2007-04-25 17:11:35 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
"Dreams that your teeth are falling out are the most common dreams we here at Dream Moods receive. Common dream scenarios include having your teeth crumbling in your hands or your teeth falling out one by one with just a light tap. Such dreams are not only horrifying and shocking, but often leaves the dreamer with a lasting image of the dream. So what does it mean?
One theory is that dreams about your teeth reflect your anxiety about your appearance and how others perceive you. Sadly, we live in a world where good looks are valued highly and your teeth play an important role in conveying that image. Teeth are used in the game of flirtations, whether it be a dazzling and gleaming smile or affectionate necking. These dreams may stem from a fear of your sexual impotence or the consequences of getting old. Teeth are an important feature of our attractiveness and presentation to others. Everybody worries about how they appear to others. Caring about our appearance is natural and healthy.
Another rationalization for these falling teeth dream may be rooted in your fear of being embarrassed or making a fool of yourself in some specific situation. These dreams are an over-exaggeration of your worries and anxiety.
Teeth are used to bite, tear, chew and gnaw. In this regard, teeth represent power. And the loss of teeth in your dream may be from a sense of powerlessness. Are you lacking power in some current situation? Perhaps you are having difficulties expressing yourself or getting your point across. You feel frustrated when your voice is not being heard. You may be experiencing feelings of inferiority and a lack of self-confidence in some situation or relationship in your life. This dream is an indication that you need to be more assertive and believe in the value of your own opinion.
In the latest research, it has been shown that women in menopause have frequent dreams about teeth. This may be related to getting older and/or feeling unattractive and less feminine.
Traditionally, it was thought that dreaming that you did not have teeth, represent malnutrition which may be applicable to some dreamers.
Other Perspectives
A scriptural interpretation for bad or falling teeth indicate that you are putting your faith, trust, and beliefs in what man thinks rather than in the word of God. The bible says that God speaks once, yea twice in a dream or a vision in order to hide pride from us, to keep us back from the pit, to open our ears (spiritually) and to instruct and correct us.
In the Greek culture, when you dream about loose, rotten, or missing teeth, it indicates that a family member or close friend is very sick or even near death.
According to the Chinese, there is a saying that your teeth will fall out if your are telling lies.
It has also been said that if you dream of your teeth falling out, then it symbolizes money. This is based on the old tooth fairy story. If you lose a tooth and leave it under the pillow, a tooth fairy would bring you money."
2007-04-25 17:22:13 · answer #1 · answered by Simone 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could mean you're havin dental problems. Or you are losing or abusing power and control in any area of your life.
Old dream interpretations say that dreaming about teeth is a bad omen that suggest financial difficulties.
2007-04-26 00:18:31 · answer #2 · answered by jo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remember dreams are the subconscience taking a dump
2007-04-26 00:17:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've heard many philosophies about dreams with losing teeth, one of my favorites is something about getting wealthier.
2007-04-26 00:16:02 · answer #4 · answered by Jillian D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have a good imagination, you will have lots of dreams. when you're awake, you think too much about something, you'll dream about that when you sleep. or just your body system lack of vitamins it will appear in your dream, for example, if you see an apple in your dream, you may want to get more vitamin c.
2007-04-26 00:21:43 · answer #5 · answered by lt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably a site like http://www.ihadadreamlastnight.com will help you out. There is a lot of content regarding dreams there
2007-04-28 16:33:25 · answer #6 · answered by expertdreams 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had this dream too a couple of times... it is really scary, I can relate.
It depends on how you feel and what you think it represents in your life, I think it represented to me subconscious telling me my health was deteriorating and I need to do something about it.
2007-04-26 00:28:05 · answer #7 · answered by David M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I"say that your dream could be announcing health problems.
Also a subconscious fear. Problems not resolved.
Perhaps some kind of inferiority complex.
2007-04-26 00:25:03 · answer #8 · answered by Morenisima 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe it means that losing your teeth is one of your biggest fears and subconsciously you know your not taking care of them. Maybe you should start a good dental routine!
2007-04-26 00:15:02 · answer #9 · answered by jp8 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I HAD A SIMILAR EXPERIENCE IN A DREAM. AND TO REALLY BE FREAKED OUT I WOKE UP IN THE DREAM AND MY TEETH WERE ALL BLACK.
THROUGH MY EXPERIENCE IN THAT DREAM I REALIZED METH CAN DESTROY TEETH. CERTAIN DRUGS CAN MAKE YOU LOOSE YOUR TEETH. NOT JUST ILLEGAL DRUGS.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR TEETH SO YOU DON'T LOOSE THEM.
2007-04-26 00:24:58 · answer #10 · answered by refigerator` 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋