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When it comes to moving teeth, you probably think of orthodontics. Whether through braces or aligners, the field corrects crooked smiles by pushing pearly whites into new positions. However, it\u2019s entirely possible for teeth shifting to occur without an appliance. You\u2019ll want to see your dentist for available treatment options<\/a> if that happens to you. To learn more, here are four common causes of shifting teeth and ways that dentistry can fix them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

4 Common Causes of Shifting Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Teeth can shift over time for a variety of reasons. Some of the most common ones, though, include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As you age, your jawbone and ligaments decline along with the rest of your body. They thus weaken, which sometimes causes teeth to loosen and shift your bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aging facial features can affect things too. Growing older means your lips will contract more, pushing your teeth inward as they put pressure on your bite\u2019s exterior.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teeth Grinding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Also known as bruxism, teeth grinding can move pearly whites through force and wear. It\u2019s not very rare, either, as 10% of adults and 15% of children grind their teeth. It\u2019s a typical stress response and often happens while you sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Besides teeth shifting, bruxism can also trigger enamel loss and changes to teeth\u2019s shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Periodontal Disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Gingivitis and gum disease can lead to tooth movement. By destroying your gum tissue and jawbone, they weaken the supports that keep teeth in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tooth Loss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you lose a tooth, the resulting gap draws your remaining teeth towards itself. In other words, it causes the other ones to shift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can My Dentist Correct Shifting Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dentists have several treatments that can remedy your shifting teeth. In particular, consider those below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n