What could have caused a gap between my front teeth at 29 years old?

About 7 months ago I went to the dentist for the first time in about 5 years the only thing that was wrong was some slight plaque build up, which he cleaned, and some wearing of the teeth from grinding them, for the grinding he ordered a splint which i have not been able to wear through a whole night yet. what worries me is that something he did while cleaning or even the splint has caused this because it has happend over the last 6 months. is there some kind of disease of the mouth that causes something like this? I am very serious about my mouth and always try and keep it perfect and this new gap is bugging me I am starting to whistle when I talk sometimes.

What could have caused a gap between my front teeth at 29 years old?
The gap only start to happen when there are no teeth supporting the front teeth so they start to give way, and of course thatshould be bridged, but dont worry there is always away to bridge that gap, thru a brace or dental restoration..ok?
Reply:At 29 years of age, because you have not been to a dentist in 5 years, my guess is you have periodontal disease. This causes the bone around the roots of the teeth to recede. This allows the teeth to separate.





You stated that you only had slight plaque buildup. Unless you are a highly motivated hygienist who flosses and brushes frequently and PROPERLY, my belief is that you have one dishonest dentist or hygienist. In 5 years, you would have likely had tartar buildup at least around your upper molars and on the lingual surfaces of your lower teeth.





Do you smoke? Smoking greatly speeds up bone loss especially around upper front teeth.





Did the dentist or hygienist take at least 15 minutes to measure periodontal pockets?





Did you have several x-rays taken that would have SHOWN bone loss?





Did you know that grinding your teeth causes bone loss and shifting teeth? Even if you do not have tartar buildup and periodontal disease associated with it, grinding and clenching can be sufficient to cause bone loss and spaces to open.





I think you need a better dental office, one in which the dental staff will provide you with a complete dental exam. This exam MUST include measuring periodontal pockets, gum recession, numerous x-rays, a detailed description of the health (or disease) of your gums, and provide an honest, thorough cleaning.



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