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A member asked:
It feels like my front teeth move ever so slightly when i push my tongue against them. why is this?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Periodontal Ligament: Your teeth are anchored into your bone by a thin ligament. This ligament allows your teeth to move just a bit when pressure is placed, sort of like a shock absorber. It is perfectly normal.
Answered 7/16/2016
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Not normal: You should not be able to move your teeth with your tongue. Mobility could indicate trauma from malocclusion, infection of supporting bone/gums, and/or systemic disorder/disease. This can be quite serious. Please see your Dentist ASAP.
Answered 12/3/2020
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