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Have you ever looked in the mirror and realized that your smile looked different than you remembered? If your teeth have ever looked more crooked than you recall, this may mean that they\u2019ve shifted. There is a range of things that can cause one\u2019s teeth to shift, including certain oral health issues. Read on to learn about seven things that may cause teeth shifting as well as ways to prevent this from happening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#1: Aging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As we age, our facial anatomy starts to become smaller and thinner. Our lips begin to contract and get smaller and tighter. This puts pressure on your teeth over time. This begins to push the teeth out of place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2: Changes in Bone Density<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our bone density starts to change as we get older. The jawbone begins to shift forward, which can lead to the connection where it is attached to the teeth becoming weakened. As a result, the teeth may shift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3: Tooth Grinding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bruxism is a condition that is characterized by tooth grinding and jawbone clenching. Over time, this can begin to forcefully move the teeth out of place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4: Tooth Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you sustain a blow to the face while playing contact sports or due to an accident, this may cause you to lose a tooth. Certain illnesses can also cause tooth loss. When we\u2019re missing teeth, nearby ones will start to shift to fill the space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5: Dental and Orthodontic Procedures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some dental procedures can cause the teeth to shift. Invisalign treatment is one potential reason for this. Dental implants may also cause teeth shifting since it\u2019s meant to help you prevent it as well as to get pearly whites that have already begun to move to stay in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6: Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Also called periodontal disease, this gum infection is often caused by improper oral hygiene. Though gum disease is easy enough to treat or even reverse if caught early on, it can begin destroying tissue and damaging the jawbone if left untreated for too long. This may result in teeth shifting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7: Involuntary Pushing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some people unintentionally thrust their tongues against their teeth. This may gradually cause a gap to form between the upper and lower ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 Ways to Prevent Teeth Shifting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though there are several causes of teeth shifting, there are also a variety of ways that your dentist can help you prevent it, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n