Loose or mobile teeth · Mumbai
Loose Teeth? Find Out Why Before Choosing Treatment
A loose tooth may relate to gum support, injury, bite forces or another dental condition. An examination can help identify what needs attention.
Some teeth may be stabilised or treated; others may need replacement. The recommendation depends on the cause, support and overall oral health.
One-time consultation fee: ₹1,500.
A cause-focused review
What the clinician may assess
The examination is shaped by your symptoms and medical and dental history.
Gums and support
Periodontal health
Review gum condition and the support around the tooth.
Tooth and root
Damage or infection
Check tooth structure and consider imaging when needed.
Bite and forces
How the teeth meet
Review contact, grinding or injury history where relevant.
Treatment depends on the cause
Stabilise, treat or replace when appropriate
Options may include gum treatment, treating infection, addressing a contributing bite factor, stabilisation, monitoring or extraction and replacement. We explain the reason for each recommendation.
Do not delay urgent care for severe pain, facial swelling, fever or injury.
Describe the change
Tell us when the tooth became loose and whether it is worsening.
Examination and imaging
Assess the tooth, gums, bite and nearby structures as needed.
Discuss prognosis and options
Review what may be preserved and what alternatives are available.
Experience · comfort · trust
Care planned around you
Understand what is checked when a tooth feels loose, how the prognosis is explained and which options are discussed before any decision.
Experience
Find the cause
Assessment looks at gums, tooth structure, bite and health factors that may contribute to movement.
Comfort
A clear review
The clinician explains what the examination and any imaging show, then discusses treatment and follow-up.
Trust
Options before decisions
Some loose teeth may be treated or stabilised; others may not be. The recommendation is based on support, cause and prognosis.
Loose teeth FAQs
Clear answers for your visit
Does a loose tooth always need extraction?
No. The cause and remaining support matter. Your clinician can explain whether preservation is possible and what it would involve.
Can gum treatment make a tooth firm again?
It depends on the amount of support and the cause of mobility. Your clinician can explain likely benefits and limitations.
What should I bring?
Bring recent dental X-rays, previous gum treatment records and a list of medicines if available.
Assess the cause
Get a clear plan for a loose tooth
Contact the clinic to arrange an examination.