Will wearing braces cause teeth to fall out as you age?
Disease description:
I suspect I’ve had kidney deficiency over the past two years, and my teeth have also become weaker. One of them decayed yesterday, and the dentist told me I’ll need orthodontic treatment (braces). I’d like to ask: if I wear braces now, will my teeth still fall out as I age?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Dong
Hello, for a necrotic tooth, extraction is an option. After removing the necrotic dental pulp (nerve), a dental crown can be placed to restore normal oral function—this approach does not cause any harm to the mouth. Generally speaking, wearing a dental crown does not accelerate tooth loss later in life. However, patients should maintain diligent daily oral hygiene to prevent tooth necrosis caused by bacterial accumulation. I hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health!
