Wondering whether your teeth are shifting?
This question can make adults feel uncomfortable, especially if you’re experiencing pain from teeth shifting.
Many people think major changes in our teeth stop when we’re kids. As it turns out, teeth actually tend to shift over time. So it’s common for adults to experience shifting teeth symptoms. Changes in our teeth don’t stop when we’re children.
But there are other reasons teeth shift that might not be natural. And those need to be treated by your dentist.
So what causes teeth shifting in adults? What’s natural and what isn’t? And what can you do about it?
That’s what we’re going to go over here.
As we mentioned above, it’s usually normal for your teeth to shift over time. When it’s not normal, you need to know so you can treat it. Here are common reasons for teeth to shift in adults:
Your body is programmed for your teeth to stay in proper alignment.
When a tooth goes missing, the teeth around it shift to fill the open space. As our teeth show wear and tear from years of use, your teeth may shift to form proper alignment
Gum disease can cause your gums to pull away from the tooth, leading to loosening and shifting.
If you have spaces between your teeth, it’s natural for your teeth to try to fill the space.
Grinding forces the lower jaw to move forward and puts tension on the upper teeth, leading to your teeth shifting out of alignment.
Treatment for teeth shifting depends on the reason for shifting. There are several treatment options available once the cause is determined. See your dentist to learn more about your options.
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Sources
https://www.mynewsmile.com/dental/why-teeth-move.htm
https://www.newbeauty.com/hottopic/blogpost/6435-why-your-teeth-shift/
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