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Tooth mobility after scaling
I got done my scaling few days back for gingivitis as adviced by dentist.
Now I can feel tooth mobility in front 4 teeth after the procedure.
Is it normal ?
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yes, it will go on its own. If not within 15 days, then visit to the dentist again.
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Hello dear
Please be calm
See transient or temporary mobility comes after scaling because of removal of calculus
So donot worry it is just temporary
It will decrease with time
Next Steps
eat fibrous diet and maintain oral hygiene
Health Tips
do regular brushing
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It may happen If there is preexisting poor periodontal health irt those particular teeth.
IOPA xray should've taken to assess extent of bone loss and plan treatment accordingly.
Do keep the area clean by regular brushing.
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There are many causes of teeth mobility like gum disease (periodontal disease), periapical infection, trauma etc.
Periodontal disease affects gums, other tissues and bone that support the teeth. In advanced stages of gum disease, gums will separate from the teeth, forming pockets between the teeth and gums, causing bone loss and eventual teeth mobility.
The teeth may appear to be slightly âmobileâ after the scaling, especially if you are suffering from advanced stages of gum disease. However, this mobility isnât because of the scaling itself. Tartar(calculus) surrounding the teeth may hold the teeth together and give a false sense of stability. When this tartar is removed during scaling, the teeth may appear mobile. However, definite cause of teeth mobility in your case will be determined by clinical and radiographic examination of the concerned area.
Having loose teeth doesnât mean you have to lose your teeth. With periodic dental cleaning and proper oral hygiene, you can have healthy teeth and gums.
Next Steps
Visit the dentist for definite clinical evaluation and treatment.
Health Tips
Brush twice a day. Floss once a day. Maintain good oral hygiene.
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It is very important to be known that root of tooth is housed in solid healthy bone...in health
When the patient ignores the hygiene plaque (biofilm composed of matrix with bacteria colonies) buildup happens and that gets calcified which is called as Tartar in layman term.
Because or poor hygiene maintainance....infection sets in gums and bone and start receeding...hence the tooth starts loosing it's supporting bone &as a result also gum start bleeding and receeding. When the loss of bone goes beyond 30-40%.,teeth shart shaking or become mobile.
Hope this answers your question.
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The sensation of minor mobility after scaling is common and normally settles after few days. If the tartar build up prior to the scaling was severe it may have caused gum recession leading to mobility.
Scaling doesn't cause mobility, it is the condition/ health of your gums that matters.
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Do gum massages, brush and floss thoroughly to bring your gums to health
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