Question 1

what to do if i have periodontal disease, loose teeth, pain all the time. i went to denture place and was turned away?

Accepted Answer

More info needed...: Why were you turned away? Not sure exactly what a "denture place" is... Is it a dental office? Make an appointment with a local licensed dentist for proper care.

Question 2

if teeth are loose due to periodontal disease, is it possible for the teeth to tighten back up?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Loose teeth may "tighten back up" but is dependent upon several factors including but not limited to; the severity of your periodontal disease;  habits such as "teeth grinding", smoking etc.  Heredity and/or environmental influences are also considered.  Visit your dentist and discuss the prognosis of each tooth and explore options for meeting your goal of maximum tooth retention.

Question 3

at what stage do teeth shift due to periodontal disease? mild? moderate? advanced?

Accepted Answer

Shifting of teeth: Teeth can shift due to parafunctional habits or a less than ideal occlusion (bite). If one has periodontal disease, it increases the chances. The more serious the problem (loss of bone) the more likely the drifting of teeth. See your dentist for routine check-ups in order to catch all dental problems early.

Question 4

what happens if periodontal disease has removed all of your teeth?

Accepted Answer

No teeth: If you loose all your teeth, there are 3 options:  live that way, get removable dentures, or get implants placed and an appropriate prosthesis attached to the implants to replace your teeth.

Question 5

just why is it that periodontal disease can only be maintained and not cured? once a few teeth are involved, the disease will always be there?

Accepted Answer

Perio Disease PreDis: Good day;
  Periodontal disease is similar to Osteoarthritis which can not be cured. A person has a susceptability to the disease and a few or many of their teeth may be involved. The gingival inflammation and associated loss of surrounding bone may be arrested: however, you can't recover the lost alveolar bone. Eliminate the symptoms- periodontal treatment and thorough home care and     your good

Question 6

would my teeth fall out from periodontal disease?

Accepted Answer

This can happen: Periodontal disease destroys the bone that holds your teeth. As the disease advances your teeth can get loose and eventually fall out. This can happen without ever having pain. If you have this problem see a periodontist.

Question 7

if i have modorate periodontal disease, will my teeth fall out over time?

Accepted Answer

YES, without care: If you do not seek care for your periodontal disease, the disease will continue to progress and you will lose more bone around the teeth, causing them to become loose and eventually you can lose your teeth. You can maintain the progression with frequent hygiene visits to disrupt the damaging biofilm/bacteria that cause it to progress. Your home care is paramount to success as well.

Question 8

i have periodontal disease, but no insurance. i have had it for a while, how much do procedures cost. i think it progressed a lot i just want to know if it is possible to save my teeth. i'm only 42. i have no insurance and only work part time so finances

Accepted Answer

Treatment : Treatment of periodontal disease depends on the type and severity of the disease.  It is impossible to answer this question without knowing many more details about your case and situation.  Sometimes teeth are untreatable and require extraction and other times conservative treatment is all that is necessary to bring the disease under control.  A discussion with a qualified professional who knows the particulars of your case, is what will help you determine your treatment course.

Question 9

do people get teeth implants with periodontal disease?

Accepted Answer

I guess you can..: .. But you would be hard pressed to find a dental team that would start placing dental implants in a mouth with active periodontal disease. The logical course of care would be to resolve your periodontal issue, return your remaining dentition to a healthy state, and then place the implants. This is the best scenario for success and longevity of your natural teeth and titanium fixtures.

Question 10

if teeth fall out and there is no periodontal disease anymore, how is it possible that bone can still be lost?

Accepted Answer

Bone loss: Healthy teeth tend to maintain the bone around them. If a healthy tooth is lost, there still tends to be some bone loss over a long period of time as the bone tends to stimulate bone maintenance with function. If the tooth falls out due to disease or infection, there has already been bone loss, even if not noticeable to the patient. Bone may appear greater than it really is due to gum tissue cover

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What to do if i have periodontal disease, loose teeth, pain all the time. i went to denture place and was turned away?

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If teeth are loose due to periodontal disease, is it possible for the teeth to tighten back up?

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At what stage do teeth shift due to periodontal disease? mild? moderate? advanced?

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What happens if periodontal disease has removed all of your teeth?

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Just why is it that periodontal disease can only be maintained and not cured? once a few teeth are involved, the disease will always be there?

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Would my teeth fall out from periodontal disease?

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If i have modorate periodontal disease, will my teeth fall out over time?

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I have periodontal disease, but no insurance. i have had it for a while, how much do procedures cost. i think it progressed a lot i just want to know if it is possible to save my teeth. i'm only 42. i have no insurance and only work part time so finances

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Do people get teeth implants with periodontal disease?

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If teeth fall out and there is no periodontal disease anymore, how is it possible that bone can still be lost?

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