Teething is an alarm and a serious reason to make an appointment with a dentist. Without high-quality and timely treatment, such discomfort often leads to their loss.
Causes
This problem most often occurs due to periodontal inflammation. When soft tissues are affected by diseases such as gingivitis, periodontal disease and periodontitis, the root begins to release. The ailment is easy to notice, since the lower front teeth are actively staggering at this time.
The causes of the appearance of such diseases are various:
- malocclusion;
- irregular oral hygiene;
- cardiovascular ailments;
- violation of mineral metabolism and vitamin deficiency;
- impaired thyroid function;
- reduced immunity;
- some chronic diseases (arthrosis and diabetes mellitus);
- bad habits;
- mechanical damage.
At risk are women during pregnancy and lactation, as well as older people. On the condition of the gums, hormonal imbalance is poorly reflected - they become loose.
First steps
It happens that without any apparent reason the front lower tooth staggers. What to do? It should be understood that inaction can be fraught with its loss. First you need to try to identify the cause of the disease to take the necessary measures. But not every person will be able to make a diagnosis correctly on his own, so you need to make an appointment with a doctor.
Very often, such loosening occurs due to abuse of bad habits such as smoking and alcohol. Sometimes it happens that the disease is inherited, that is, it is programmed by genetics. There is not much that can be done here, the only right decision will be to use folk remedies, only after consulting a dentist.
People with the wrong bite very often suffer, as their lower front teeth are loose. Treatment should be carried out only by a qualified orthodontist.
Stages
There are certain stages in the occurrence of a problem that everyone may encounter.
1. Initial. Bleeding begins to disturb during brushing, there is an itching and swelling of the gums, the appearance of halitosis.
2. At the next stage, discomfort is added after chewing food, the staggering of the front teeth is observed even with the slightest touch.
3. If treatment is not carried out, then completely periosteal tissue is destroyed and part of the root is exposed.
Teenage problems
If the lower front teeth in children are loose, and they are permanent, then this is the first sign that indicates that there are serious disorders in the body.
The main reasons for this phenomenon may be:
- caries;
- periodontitis;
- systemic diseases;
- metabolic disorders.
After the child has let you know that he has a problem, you should definitely contact your dentist. Very often, heredity plays an important role in the appearance of pathology, because of which the root is poorly fixed in the jaw tissues.
Since children are very mobile, they sometimes suffer injuries and falls. And also the habit of biting hard objects and grinding your teeth leads to such consequences. As a result, the oral cavity becomes fragile, as a result of which the lower front teeth of the child are shaken. What to do when there are signs of loose teeth, each parent should know. The teenager is required to be shown to the doctor, who will prescribe strengthening therapy.
Pregnancy
During this period, hormonal changes occur in the woman’s body that significantly impair the blood supply to the mucous membranes. The child begins to draw calcium from the maternal reserves, which exacerbates the condition of female teeth. Also, leaching of calcium occurs at the time of toxicosis along with vomiting. As a result, the gums begin to bleed and become inflamed, as a result of which cavities form where food gets clogged, then caries develops and the lower front teeth swing. All expectant mothers should know how to strengthen and restore the oral cavity so as not to harm their health. In such a situation, a specialist can prescribe a set of preventive and therapeutic measures that strengthen the staggering series.
These include:
- professional toothbrushing and treatment of caries;
- recommendations for proper nutrition, which include the use of dishes containing a large amount of calcium (vegetables, fruits, dairy products, meat and fish);
- the appointment of mineral and vitamin complexes and, if necessary, drugs;
- training in gum massage with fingers and rinse aid;
- familiarization with specialized flosses, pastes and elixirs specially designed for pregnant women.
Treatment
It often happens that the front lower tooth staggers. What to do? How to fix this problem, orthodontists know.
Depending on the symptoms and causes of the disease, the doctor will prescribe the necessary drugs.
- Ointment "Solcoseryl". It is indispensable for severe degrees of periodontal disease.
- Asepta gel. The active ingredient in this tool is propolis. The composition helps to prevent the development of inflammatory processes, provides a minimum pain threshold of the affected areas, reduces the risk of bacteria. It strengthens the gum tissue. In the early stages, the result is noticeable after several weeks of use.
- Gel "Troxevasin". Effective when the front lower tooth staggers. What to do with this drug and how to use it correctly, the dentist will tell. The product improves blood circulation in the gums, has a visible decongestant effect and prevents capillary fragility.
- "Elugel" and "Elgifluor." Excellent drugs that have chlorhexidine in their composition. Provide active absorption of beneficial components, and also help absorb other drugs into the gums. The tool is recommended for the treatment of periodontal pockets. An excellent substance that treats inflammatory processes complicated by periodontal disease. It is based on useful components such as polyphepan, dioxidine, sodium chloride and cryostructured starch.
Self-medication is often ineffective, since it is very difficult to independently choose the right remedy.
Folk remedies
To eliminate the ailment, you can use not only medication components, but also herbal medicine.
- Gauze is impregnated with fir oil, and then applied to the gums for 15 minutes. Treatment must be repeated for 20 days, and after six months to reproduce the course.
- Garlic helps in solving the problem. Gums will need to rub them for 14 days.
- Using a decoction of nettles is very popular, since it contains a huge amount of nutrients, with a lack of which the lower front teeth are loose. Medicines help, of course, well, but natural decoction will be a great alternative for them. For cooking, you need 1 tbsp. l composition pour a glass of boiling water and insist for half an hour. Next, the prepared liquid is divided into parts in three containers. This is enough for a day, it is recommended to eat one hour after a meal.
- Yarrow juice is an incredibly effective remedy, according to phytotherapists. For treatment, you need to take a small amount of liquid and wipe the gums with it during the day.
- 30 grams of calamus root is poured into 0.5 liters. vodka. For 2 weeks, the liquid is infused in a dark place, and then filtered. Next, the prepared solution three times a day should rinse the oral cavity.
- Yarrow juice is also useful. It is necessary to use very little and wipe sore spots with it during the day.
If the lower front teeth are loose, what should I do? Folk remedies are wonderful harmless components that perfectly complement the therapeutic effect.
Splinting
In advanced cases, getting rid of only gels, medical pastes and rinses will not work. At such stages, the neck of the tooth is exposed so much that it begins to swing even with the slightest pressure. In patients, the gap increases, and bone and gum tissue partially atrophy. Dentists suggest strengthening the row with the help of a fairly effective technique - “splinting”.
The essence of the method lies in the fact that the moving units are fixed on several sides by a special strong strip. Then a thin aramid polyethylene thread holds adjacent teeth. For a more reliable connection, grooves are installed on the inside. A fastening line is inserted into them and a special glue is applied, firmly fixing the jaw with a corrective structure. At the time of chewing, cleansing and sanitation, such a device does not cause discomfort even to those patients who have a strong mobility of their front teeth.
Prevention
The front lower tooth staggers. What to do in order to avoid complications is described below.
- Every day, morning and evening, clean the oral cavity.
- If possible, correct the wrong bite.
- Timely treat periodontal diseases and ailments that weaken the body, thereby affecting the condition of the teeth.
An important factor in dental health is proper nutrition. Carrots, seaweed, milk, fish, pumpkin, chicory, apples, onions - products that contain substances that are useful for gums and the oral mucosa, which can strengthen teeth.