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Age 50 and My Front Tooth is Loose. What Do I Do?
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miearc
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Loose tooth? A definite problem.
It will probably need to be removed. Gum disease is the most likely culprit. Lack of healthy bone will make it loose and you will need a implant and crown to fix it.
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Need to know WHY
What to DO depends on WHY. Is it from bone loss? From a bad bite? Recent trauma? After that is established, the "what to do" phase is next. It may be a simple solution, it may be complex.
So, what to do? See your dentist or periodontist ASAP.
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Age 50 with Front Loose Tooth
Why is the tooth loose? Trauma, periodontal disease, or malocclusion (poor bite relationship between upper and lower teeth). Depending on the answer, I can provide further advice,
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