One of my front bottom teeth feels loose.. help please!?

I had braces taken off about a year and a half ago, and I've been wearing retainers well, except for the last few months, I've only worn them once a week or so and and they are really tight and painful when I put them in now. Does any of this possibly have to do with why the tooth feels looser than the rest? What should I do?

One of my front bottom teeth feels loose.. help please!?
no, i had braces too and had a similar feeling in one of my teeth a while after i had my braces out (i still get the feeling once in a while nearly 5 years later)..... i never thought much about it... i even went to the dentist where they did those teeth xrays and the doc didnt express any concern over any loose teeth... i think its all mental... but go to a dentist for some re-assurance....
Reply:Put it in milk
Reply:um...go to the dentist or orthodontist
Reply:keep wearing your retainers.....I moved and lost mine, and now all my bottom teeth are getting crooked.....you will regret not wearing them
Reply:Pull it off. But it might not re-grow. Use a dental jacket.
Reply:I would see a dentist if you are worried about it. If that is a permentant tooth that is loose, it will tighten back up on its own. You better be wearing that retainer!!! Don't want to end up with braces AGAIN.......
Reply:Does that mean more riches from the tooth fairy?
Reply:I think it would be far better if you ring your dentist and express your concern about your loose tooth.





Here's a little something I have gathered for you to help you understand alittle bit more about your retainers seen as though you seem to be unsure.





But you must make an appointment to see your dentist. Hope all the information provided helps you understand more better about your retainer.





The long answer is: It takes many months for your periodontal ligaments and bone to "remember" the new position of your teeth and keep them in place. The retainer helps keep them in their proper new positions. It's important to wear the retainer exactly as your dentist/orthodontist recommends. Otherwise, your teeth may shift, especially if you stop wearing your retainer in the first two years after your braces come off.





After the initial period is over, your orthodontist will probably tell you that you can switch to wearing your retainer only at night. Be sure to wear it EVERY night for at least 4 to 6 additional months. After that, if everything seems stable, you can probably switch to wearing it only several nights per week (always be sure to ask your orthodontist what he or she recommends).





If you totally stop wearing your retainer, even after a few years, your teeth may begin to move and shift. This is especially true if you have tongue thrust issues or have had extractions. Unless you want crooked teeth again, or want to go back into braces, wear your retainer regularly for the rest of your life -- at least a couple of nights each week! This isn't as bad as it sounds. It just becomes part of your life -- another way to ensure that your smile stays beautiful and healthy!





Take Care!



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