Advise on loose tooth 88 years old
Added: May 17, 2009 - 6:21 AM
By: inarealestate@gmail.com, Athens, GA
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Case Summary
Teeth: 25,26,27,28,29,30,31,32
Case Description
My mom has a partial on the lower. The canine or one next to it is the main tooth that the partial fits around. It is loose and is just sitting there. Is it possible to save it. There is one on the top that is slightly loose but it is not as loose as the bottom one. Please advise. Her health is remarkably good--some arthritis and a little confusion at times but heals quickly when she has a bruise or scratch. Good appetite. Not as mobile as in the past, but neither am I. We are in Athens.
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Reply: Advise on loose tooth 88 years old
added: May 18, 2009 - 4:46 PM
The good thing is that the tooth is still there. The bad thing is that its loose. Support for partial dentures comes from stable teeth. Since the tooth is loose, it is not supporting the partial. The partial may be the cause of the loose tooth. Three causes of loose teeth are gum disease and resulting loss of bone, a bad bite that has inclines pushing teeth sideways from overwhelming stress, and an ill-fitting partial. In any case the cause should be eliminated if possible to save the tooth or other teeth. We would be glad to assist in any way, if you wish.Bill Williams, DMD, MAGD
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