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Do you think i should have loose teeth pull out?
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Loose teeth: It depends upon why they are loose. Most often it is a result of bone loss from periodontal (gum) disease. But it could also happen as a result of grinding and clenching, or from orthodontic movement. See your dentist to determine what the cause is.
Answered 1/27/2015
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Not too fast!: Even there's only 20% of bone left, e.g. Anterior teeth, and they're loose due to periodontal disease, they can still be saved.
Answered 7/19/2013
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