Does a tooth become loose because of gum recession?

Answer 1

Absolutely. Like anything else with a root system, if too much root becomes exposed, the item becomes loose.

And I have a mouthful of teeth (the ones that are left, that is) that prove that surmise very well!

Answer 2

It's not the gum recession - it's the bone loss that would cause the tooth to become loose. Recession is mainly caused by toothbrush abrasion - make sure you are using a "soft" brush only and not "scrubbing" your teeth, but using small circles or movements with the bristles pointed at a 45 degree angle at the gumline (called Sulcular brushing). Another cause of recession is clenching or grinding the teeth - the constant impact and pressure on a specific area will cause the gums to pull away and the enamel to fracture at the gumline - this is called an ab-fraction. If a tooth is mobile - make sure to have a perio exam by your hygienist or dentist to determine if a periodontal condition exists - if so, you would need a special type of cleaning with local anti-biotic therapy.

Answer 3

Yes, it can. But this can be repaired. Once the gums are made healthy again. They can do a surgery where they can remove a small area from the roof of the mouth, this small part taken from the roof of the mouth is then placed on to the gum area. This will in fact fix the recessed area to stop tooth loss.

So then it can be made better. I'm sure the benefit of the repair will far out weigh the pain that a person would have to go through. Keeping teeth is very important.

I hope that this helps you. I've never had this but a dentist did tell me about it.

Answer 4

Severe gum recession is in fact a condition that makes it medically necessary to have treatment. Failure to do so puts the teeth at a significantly higher risk for loosening and loss which only leads to further health risks. Have your dentist do a preauthorization with your insurance company prior to performing any procedures. If the insurance company denies coverage, have your dentist write a letter to the company that describes your condition (actual measurements and x-ray or photographic evidence helps) and includes a request for coverage for it. This added measure is often all that is required for insurance coverage. More than likely, your request for coverage will NOT be denied.

Answer 5

Yes and eventually gum recession can lead to tooth loss.

Answer 6

Yes.

Answer 7

i am not sure that chould be posable
but i thaught it is because the adult tooth is comeing in and the adult tooth is like pushing the baby one out

Answer 8

definitely yes

Answer 9

usually yes, there is less structure to hold it in place

Answer 10

yup