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Noticing a permanent tooth move when you bite, brush, or touch it can be unsettling. Adult teeth aren’t supposed to feel loose, so even a small amount of movement is worth paying attention to. The good news? A loose tooth doesn’t always have to be removed. Depending on the cause and how much support the … Continued
You notice a sore inside your mouth that wasn’t there before. Maybe it hurts when you eat, keeps catching your tongue, or simply looks unusual. It’s easy for your mind to jump to the worst-case scenario. Most of the time, a canker sore is harmless and heals on its own. But a mouth sore that … Continued
If you lost a tooth several years ago and never replaced it, you may assume you’ve missed your chance to get a dental implant. Fortunately, that’s often not the case. A dental implant can sometimes be placed years, or even decades, after a tooth was lost. The bigger question is whether there is enough healthy … Continued
Maybe your tooth feels completely fine most of the day, but the second you bite into something, there it is: a sharp pain, dull ache, or uncomfortable pressure. Tooth pain when biting down can happen for several reasons, from a small cavity to a crack that’s difficult to see. And while the pain may seem … Continued
