A member asked:

How can i stop my adult tooth from falling?

12 doctors weighed in across 8 answers

You cannot: If a tooth is so loose that it is in danger of falling out, you will not be able to prevent its loss.

Answered 4/25/2016

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Tooth: It will take a dental exam with X-ray to determine what is going on with your tooth and it there are any treatments. Schedule an appoint,net as soon as you can.

Answered 5/31/2015

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Loose Teeth: Periodontal disease is the usual cause of loose teeth in adults. If this is the cause, you need to see a dentist for an evaluation.

Answered 5/31/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Disease Prevention: Preventing tooth loss requires a long-term commitment to well-balanced, healthy diet, good oral hygiene and regular checkups and cleanings by your dentist. A healthy smile is the key to your overall health and well-being.

Answered 5/31/2015

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A dentist can help: If the tooth is falling or getting longer due to periodontal disease a dentist can splint it or bond it to other stronger teeth to stop it and actually make the tooth less mobile

Answered 5/7/2016

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Speak with dentist: See your dentist ASAP. What is the reason for the tooth becoming loose, periodontal disease or trauma? The dentist will evaluate your particular situation both clinically and with a radiograph and make a determination. Without both, it is difficult or impossible to comment on your individual circumstance. Splinting may be an option if viable.

Answered 5/31/2015

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Dr. Kayvon Javid answered

Specializes in Dentistry

See a dentist: The only way to keep your teeth is by taking care of them. Number one cause of tooth lose is periodontal disease. See your dentist for proper treatment. Hopefully they can still save your tooth.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Alan Zweig answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Splinting : The best way to not lose teeth is to not let them get to the state where they may fall out. It seems as if it may be too late for that, so depending on how loose the tooth is, and if there is infection, you may be able to have it splinted to stronger teeth.

Answered 9/2/2013

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