Tooth loosening, what to do? Our dental practice in Lyon can help

What to do about loose teeth?

Many people are unaware of regular bleeding when brushing their teeth, but as soon as the gums gradually reveal the roots of the teeth, there’s only one solution: consult a dentist specializing in periodontology.

Studio Dentaire in Lyon 3ème offers you a tailor-made treatment program in the company of one of our three practitioners. Find out all you need to know about periodontitis and its treatment at our practice.

Tooth loosening: what does it mean? What to do about it

There are two different phenomena: gum retraction and tooth loosening. The former is caused by traumatic brushing or orthodontic treatment, and manifests itself as receding gums, revealing the roots of the teeth. This problem, which can cause aesthetic discomfort, can be resolved with a gingival graft.

In the case of receding gums, the gums seem to “melt”, revealing more and more of the root of the affected teeth. It is caused by a severe infectious disease called periodontitis, which attacks the tissues supporting the teeth, with irreversible consequences (loss of bone level in the jaw, shifting teeth…). The causes of periodontitis are diverse, and often multiple (stress, heredity, smoking, medication, etc.).

The good news is that it’s possible to halt the progression of this pathology as soon as symptoms are detected, even if several teeth are affected. Of course, the sooner the better, but if you already have teeth that are loose, have shifted in your jaw or are even moving, it’s always possible to intervene to stabilize the situation.

Don’t wait, make an appointment now with a periodontologist in Lyon for tailor-made care.

Customized periodontal treatment in Lyon, in the heart of the Part-Dieu district

Have you noticed that your teeth are loosening and would like to make an appointment with an experienced professional?

The periodontal dentists at Studio Dentaire in Lyon 3ème welcome you on boulevard Eugène Deruelle, a stone’s throw from the Part-Dieu shopping center and SNCF train station, in a warm atmosphere and privileged setting.

Our team is here to listen to you, and will take the time to talk to you over a cup of tea or coffee before offering you a periodontal check-up. We’ll examine your teeth, perform a plaque test (to determine the type of bacteria present) and take a series of x-rays to determine how advanced the disease is.

This first step will enable us to propose an appropriate treatment program, with a defined number of sessions. Periodontal treatment consists of one or more sessions of lithotripsy, a gentle sonic method for cleaning out pockets of tartar accumulated under the gums. In this way, periodontal pockets are cleansed, and infection stops spreading.

These sessions will be preceded and followed by local treatments to be carried out at home with the help of our advice. A follow-up at the surgery will then be established to prevent recurrences.

Before / After treatment

Periodontal treatments are not covered by the French Social Security system. We will provide you with a customized quote ranging from €800 to €4000, depending on the number of sessions required. If necessary, we can offer you a personalized payment schedule to facilitate payment.