Surgeries and Procedures: Casts and Splints. Broken bones, or fractures, are a common hazard of childhood. And although breaking a bone takes only a split-second fall off the jungle gym or a quick collision on the soccer field, the healing process takes a bit longer.
In some cases, you may even grind your teeth back and forth, further stretching the ligaments. This can cause your teeth to feel loose in the mornings. Another common cause of loose teeth is gum disease. When plaque and other deposits begin to develop beneath the gum line, an infection can occur. When left untreated, this infection can destroy gum tissue and damage the periodontal ligaments holding your tooth in place.
Teeth become loose as the roots dissolve to make room for the adult tooth. It can take two or three months for the tooth to become loose enough to pull out. You do not want to pull the tooth out until it is ready, or your child will have a gap for much longer than normal.eeth become loose as the roots dissolve to make room for the adult tooth. It can take two or three months for the tooth to become loose enough to pull out. You do not want to pull the tooth out until it is ready, or your child will have a gap for much longer than normal.