Taking care of your own health, and especially the health of your teeth, should be above all else. Modern people are increasingly suffering from certain pathologies and diseases of the dentition. This is not surprising: almost every day is spent in stress and haste, sometimes there is not even time to eat normally, let alone about preventive visits to the doctor. But timely assistance from specialists, as well as a proper diet that includes all the necessary vitamins and minerals, is very important.
Of course, in addition to the lack of time, dental treatment under anesthesia, prices for which depend on the level of the clinic and the qualifications of the specialists, often causes stress and fear. Many people are afraid to have their teeth treated: some are scared by the sound of a drill, others are afraid of pain and discomfort. But if the disease is not cured in time, teeth will begin to decay and fall out - a phenomenon that is not pleasant and, at the same time, inevitable.
Why do teeth fall out
Each tooth is located in its own socket and is securely held in it thanks to the periodontium. This is a whole complex of tissues, which includes root cement, dentogingival ligament and alveolar bone. They perfectly perform supporting and holding functions until inflammatory processes begin in the tissues. As a rule, the latter occur due to poor oral hygiene.
Within two hours after brushing your teeth, plaque begins to accumulate on them. It consists of food particles, saliva, the minerals it contains, and bacteria. There are especially many of them near the gums and between the teeth. Over time, plaque mineralizes and turns into tartar. It is the main cause of most dental diseases, including those associated with periodontal disease.
Inflammation of the tissues holding the tooth in the socket can be quite severe against the background of metabolic disorders, diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease, hypovitaminosis and osteoporosis.
Tooth extraction under sedation
Some teeth could not be treated. Removal of failing teeth was even necessary to stop the inflammatory process and bone loss.
Tooth extraction under sedation relieves stress and increased blood pressure. The patient is in a state of medical sleep while the teeth are removed and sutures are applied, and after the operation he quickly comes to his senses, without unpleasant memories. The operation lasted 1 hour.
Two weeks after the teeth were removed, the condition of the gums improved noticeably.
Causes of tooth loss in adults
The acids contained in plaque over time destroy the hard tissues of the teeth and provoke inflammatory processes in the gums. This is how diseases begin that cause teeth to fall out in adults.
- Periodontitis Long-existing plaque attaches to the teeth and begins to mineralize. Gradually it goes down below the gum, causes inflammation and begins to destroy the ligament that holds the tooth in the bone. As a result, the periodontal ligament and bone tissue are destroyed, and the tooth becomes mobile.
- Periodontitis If caries is not treated, the infection gradually penetrates first into the dentin, then into the pulp of the tooth, and then reaches the periodontal tissues. This inflammation leads to destruction and subsequent loss of teeth.
Folk signs associated with baby teeth
The most popular character in modern children's folklore is the tooth fairy. The source of this character's appearance is European folk legends. In Slavic mythology, the role of such a fairy for children is played by a mouse, which comes running for milk incisors and leaves money or gifts for them.
Every child knows where to put a lost tooth - it needs to be put under the pillow.
In this case, at night the cutter will take the good spirit and leave a coin. Naturally, the exchange process falls on the shoulders of the parents. According to some beliefs, evil spirits come for teeth, and if you do not carry out such a ritual, you can seriously harm the future of your children. If the spirit manages to get to the tooth first, this will give him some power over the child’s fate. For the same reason, a tooth cannot just be thrown away.
Tooth fell out: what to do
The loss of even one tooth leads to changes in the dentition and disruption of the dental system. As a result, a number of problems can arise:
- improper jaw closure
- increased stress on healthy teeth
- overload of facial muscles and temporomandibular joints
- headache
If all the teeth have fallen out, the proportions of the face change, and the person seems older than he really is. Therefore, in case of partial or complete adentia, it is necessary to restore the integrity of the dentition as quickly as possible. One of the most effective methods is implantation.
The artificial root performs all the functions of a real one and is securely fixed in the bone tissue. An aesthetic crown is installed on it. Thanks to the high precision of manufacturing, it is completely indistinguishable from real teeth.
Implants will help restore the functioning of the dental system, even if all teeth have fallen out, thanks to the All-on-4 and All-on-6 prosthetic methods. Implantation is the only way to completely restore the dentition without the sensation of artificial teeth.
The loss of even one tooth negatively affects the functioning of the dental system, so it is better to promptly seek help from a dentist. He will find out the cause of tooth loss in adults and prescribe effective treatment that will help avoid functional changes.
Additional beliefs about teeth
You can determine your character by your teeth, and your health by their condition.
For example, a person with large gaps between his teeth is prone to lying, and frequent placement speaks of an amorous nature. Signs about a lost tooth say that if a chip occurs during a fight or accident, then the person is likely to change jobs. Grinding your teeth while eating means being invited to dinner, and only a good-natured person grinds his jaw with anger. People of all times and nations have attached great importance to signs. Everyday life, and sometimes the whole life, was woven from them. In the past, medicine was very poorly developed and with the help of superstitions, people tried to maintain their health, protect themselves from troubles and misfortunes, attract wealth to their homes, and protect children from troubles.
Superstitions did not appear out of nowhere. First, patterns were identified between cause and effect, as a result of which a sign appeared.
Following the example of our ancestors, knowing what to do with an extracted tooth, you can also protect yourself from mental troubles. The main thing for a person is to maintain his energy in full, without wasting it on trifles. It is energy that makes a person healthy and elevates him to the rank of long-livers. With the help of hair, nails and teeth, sorcerers can cause irreparable harm to their victims, so it is better to use ancient signs.
How to protect teeth from falling out
- Brush your teeth regularly and properly To maintain oral health, it is important to brush your teeth twice a day - morning and evening. For best results, use floss or irrigator, as well as rinse aid.
- Go for preventative examinations to the dentist. This will help maintain the health of your teeth and gums, prevent the occurrence of diseases, and also take the necessary measures in a timely manner.
- Come regularly for professional oral hygiene. After this procedure, your teeth will become smooth and shiny, tartar and the bacteria living in them will disappear, and the condition of your gums will improve.
- Eat right Your diet should include foods rich in microelements and vitamins that are important for health.
- Give up bad habits Smoking and alcohol negatively affect oral health.
Proper oral care, professional hygiene and regular dental checkups will help prevent tooth loss. But if you encounter such a problem, we recommend that you do not delay your visit to the doctor. He will diagnose, prescribe treatment and help restore the integrity of the dentition using reliable techniques.
Is it possible to keep fallen and pulled out teeth at home?
The loss of a child’s first baby tooth is one of the most striking events in every family, because, as a rule, it happens on the threshold of independent life, when school is already looming on the horizon. In memory of this important stage of growing up, parents often strive to preserve the first incisors that fell out, next to the tag from the maternity hospital, the first lock of hair cut, and casts of the baby’s tiny hands and feet. However, according to popular belief, storing teeth at home is strictly not recommended. Let's try to figure out why you can't keep them at home, and whether this is actually true.
Teeth and karma
Eastern sages have long been confident that the condition of one’s teeth can determine a person’s karma and his future destiny. Thus, straight incisors were considered a sign of well-being and the absence of any complex life conflicts, while crooked ones testified to a complex, tangled fate. Those with rare teeth were expected to have an easy disposition and the ability to please the opposite sex, while large, prominent incisors spoke of the evil and harsh character of their owner.
Among the Slavs, these parts of the body symbolized the connection with the clan, with the front incisors reflecting the connection with the parents, and the fangs and chewing teeth are the heritage passed on to the person by more distant relatives. The upper jaws symbolized male ancestors, while the lower jaws symbolized female ancestors. Wisdom teeth were held in special esteem: it was believed that they grow only in spiritually mature individuals who are under the protection of their family. The reluctance of many people, especially those of the old school, to remove them stems from the belief that, having lost this part of the body, a person also loses the spiritual protection of his ancestors. In order to prevent the outer teeth from deteriorating longer and remaining in the mouth, they were even specially charmed.
Changing a child's baby teeth was also considered a sacred event. It usually occurs around 7 years, and it is after this period that the body is completely renewed and restructured. According to Eastern traditions, at this time the child’s karma changes, and you need to behave with him as carefully and carefully as possible, setting him up for a happy future. After 7 years, by the age of 14, the child completes the change of teeth and becomes a teenager. And after another seven-year cycle, by the age of 21, a person becomes an adult, his wisdom teeth erupt, and he is given another chance to change karma.
Is it possible to throw away
Regardless of the country, all superstitions boil down to one thing - you cannot dispose of a tooth in the usual way. It is usually recommended to give it to a mouse or fairy, but there are other traditions and customs in this regard.
For example, in the northern part of England they say that if a baby tooth falls out, it should be burned. This is required to destroy any opportunity to influence a person at the energetic level, and will also supposedly have a beneficial effect on new root units.
In Rus', loss was given not only to a mouse, but more often they asked for the intercession of a brownie. Gypsies buried or threw the tooth to the moon. At the same time, special conspiracies were uttered so that future life would be happy, successful and comfortable. In Asia, the upper teeth were thrown onto the roof, and the lower ones under the porch, to protect the baby from the evil eye and damage.
Dental restoration methods
The clinics of the Amazing Prices Dentistry network in Moscow use materials for prosthetics of front teeth that ideally reflect the shape and color of natural enamel. Even the most difficult cases of chipped, abnormally pigmented or broken teeth can be easily corrected with one of the following methods to restore a beautiful smile.
- Veneers
The most beautiful restorations of the front teeth are performed with veneers. These are microprostheses in the form of thin ceramic overlays that are attached to the outside of the teeth. Thanks to the diffusion of natural light into the ceramic layer, the teeth look exceptionally natural. Veneers can be used if the enamel is sufficient in quantity and quality. This method is designed to hide a wide variety of dental damage. It is important to understand that veneers are installed in a complex - eight (minimum six) overlays for each row of teeth. Therefore, if the problem is with just one tooth, this option is not always advisable to use. Any malocclusions, tooth decay, or gingivitis must be treated before veneers are placed. It is also recommended to whiten your teeth before prosthetics using veneers.
- Single crown
Restoring a tooth after root canal treatment or a fracture of the coronal part can be performed using a single prosthesis - a crown. It covers the tooth, restores its natural appearance, strengthens it and provides the same comfort as natural teeth. The material you can choose is solid ceramics - the best option for prosthetics of front teeth, premium zirconium dioxide or standard metal ceramics. Crowns made of solid ceramics are very aesthetic and therefore are often used in dentistry to restore the frontal area.
- Bridge prosthetics
Another popular direction in dental practice, which is used if the front tooth has fallen out or been removed for medical reasons. With the help of a bridge, you can restore not only one missing unit, but also two or three missing teeth in a row. Materials for bridges are solid ceramics, metal ceramics, zirconium dioxide. The doctors at Amazing Price Dentistry will help you choose an option that will suit you in appearance, durability and cost.
Age-related changes
Contrary to popular belief, age-related changes associated with tooth loss occur not only in older people, but also... in children. We are, of course, talking about baby teeth. For many parents, such age-related changes turn into a real test of fortitude. At what age do children lose teeth?
The first milk teeth fall out in children at approximately five years of age, and the last ones at thirteen, at the beginning of adolescence. True, these numbers are not accurate and there are people with very late loss of baby teeth. Don’t be afraid of this; late loss, although uncharacteristic for most people, is still not a deviation from the norm.
What to do if a child’s tooth falls out? First of all, you should plug the wound. Give him gauze to chew on and also protect damaged teeth from harm. In particular, rid your baby of spicy, salty, etc. It is enough to follow the diet for just a couple of hours.
However, if children have molars after their milk teeth, this is not the case for adults. What to do if older people lose a tooth?
First of all, follow the same diet, protecting the damaged tooth from harmful influences, and secondly, you should consult a dentist.
The VTV dental clinic performs operations to restore teeth, and if a tooth has not fallen out, but only been damaged, it can be restored with crowns. These procedures are not only absolutely safe, but can even be completely painless if anesthesia is used. The patient does not feel anything, and when oral sensitivity returns, everything is already done. The time of scary drills is a thing of the past.
Children and adults
Lost teeth in a child aged 6–8 years is a natural process of changing milk teeth to permanent ones. Most often, the baby loses them in the same order in which they erupted. There is no exact age when this happens, since this condition is individual for each baby, but it happens absolutely painlessly and is safe for the body.
However, if a tooth falls out in adulthood, this is a sign of a serious pathology, which is most often associated with poor hygiene, bad habits and resulting diseases. Delayed treatment and negligent attitude towards teeth care can lead to their loss.
In turn, an incomplete row leads to displacement of the teeth: they move closer together, as if filling the resulting gap. This state of affairs can lead to the following consequences:
- the bite is disturbed;
- cracks form;
- teeth become loose;
- periodontitis develops.
Absence of teeth leads to displacement of the remaining ones and the formation of gaps
There is a misconception that older people always start to lose teeth, but this is not true. The process has nothing to do with age. Teeth can be kept healthy and strong if you take proper care of them, take vitamins, give up bad habits and visit the dentist regularly.
Many mothers wonder which teeth fall out first. Depending on the child’s body, milk falls out at 6 or 7 years of age. The baby loses them in the same order in which they erupted; for example, you can see that the front tooth has fallen out if it erupted first. If the lower incisors erupted first, they will be the first to leave their place.
Sign up for front teeth restoration
Chips and caries should not be taken lightly, not only for aesthetic reasons, but also for health reasons. Repairing a cracked or chipped tooth does not cost much, but if neglected, the cost of restoring the tooth can add up significantly. Thus, at Amazing Price Dentistry, the cost of veneering is 12,500 rubles per tooth, a metal-ceramic crown made in Germany is 3,450 rubles. Zirconium and all-ceramic dentures – from 10,000 rubles per tooth. Implantation of one tooth with prosthetics – from 18,000 rubles.
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