Crown feels loose. Could it be gum swelling?

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accident 8 yrs ago=2 root canals (crowned)+5 partials on front teeth=experienced with veneers and how they feel. retainer cracked few mos ago,couldn't see the dentist at the time-cont'd wearing.Noticed gum swelling & felt mvmnt in 4 veneers surrounded by gums when rub tongue against back.New retainer&decreased swelling-still feel mvmnt in 1 of crowns (root canal) when rub tongue across back. sensation of mvmnt where I normally don't feel it? No mvmnt when I tap it/gently try to move, no popping.

Scott Young, DDS · Answer

I would schedule an appointment with a dentist to evaluate the area asap.  This happens often with teeth with dated root canals and crowns.  There is a good chance that the tooth is breaking off in the crown and that is why it is loose.  If you leave this for too long the crown will come out with the tooth inside of the crown.  You are either looking at a new crown or an implant depending on what the diagnosis turns out to be.  Good luck.

Joseph F. DelPrete, DMD · Answer

It sounds like you need to see a dentist to evaluate .  I suggest you get radiographs of the area and have it evaluated for possible infection

Crown feels loose. Could it be gum swelling?

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