Can Orthodontic Treatment Cause Permanent Tooth Mobility?

Why Teeth Move During Orthodontic Treatment

Braces. Clear aligners put gentle pressure on the teeth. Your body reacts by changing the bone that surrounds the tooth, which lets it move slowly into a place. The tissues that support the teeth also change during this time.

So yes a tooth can feel a little loose when you are wearing braces. It can also feel strange when you bite down. That does not always mean the tooth is becoming unstable for good.

What Happens After Braces Come Off?

When the movement of the teeth stops the bone around them needs time to settle. This is why retainers are so important. Without a retainer teeth tend to move to where they were especially in the first few months after treatment.

When Movement Is Not

Loose permanent teeth from regular orthodontic treatment is rare.. If the movement keeps happening or gets worse it is worth checking especially if the tooth feels different months after treatment is done.

The bigger problem is often the health of the tissues that hold the tooth in place than the braces themselves. Gum disease, loss of bone, an injury or much pressure from biting can all cause the tooth to move.

Signs That Need to Be Checked

• Movement that is getting worse of getting better especially long after the braces are off.

• Bleeding or swollen gums around the moving tooth can be a sign of a gum problem that needs treatment.

• Pain when you bite is worth talking to your dentist about even if the tooth looks okay.

• A sudden change after an accident is different from the movement you expect during orthodontic treatment so get it checked instead of waiting.

Can Braces Harm Your Teeth Forever?

In cases no. If the orthodontic treatment is planned well teeth are not usually left loose forever. The treatment is. The tissues around the teeth are expected to change as the teeth move.

Problems are more likely if there are already gum problems or if much force is used during treatment. That is why regular orthodontic checkups are not just about whether your teeth look straight. Your gums and the bones that support your teeth are important too.

So Should You Be Worried About a Loose Tooth?

Some movement while wearing braces is normal. A little movement after treatment can also happen as the tissues around the tooth adjust. If the movement is permanent or gets worse that is different.

If one tooth still feels loose after your orthodontic treatment is done make an appointment with a dentist or orthodontist. It is better to find out that everything is okay than to keep checking the tooth with your tongue and thinking something is wrong.

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