Dental Symptom Checker
Loose Adult Tooth
A permanent tooth feels mobile or wobbly.
Common Causes
- Advanced Periodontitis (severe gum and bone disease)
- Dental trauma or injury
- Severe teeth grinding overloading the bone
What to do immediately
Do not wiggle the tooth with your tongue or fingers. Eat soft foods. Loose teeth caused by gum disease require immediate deep scaling and potentially splinting.
Urgency Level: High - See a dentist immediately to save the tooth.
If you are in severe pain or experiencing swelling, do not wait. Contact an emergency dentist immediately.
Suggested Treatment
Based on this symptom, you likely need to visit the clinic for an evaluation. The most common related treatment is:
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