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There are many things that people associate their dreams with. Sometimes, people just think it’s their imagination running wild while other people believe it’s their subconscious trying to tell us something or warn us of something that may happen in the future.

If you’ve ever had a dream that concerned your mouth, like of your teeth falling out, you might find it interesting to learn about what your subconscious may be telling you. Above all else, your emergency dentist in Oak Hill wants you to be prepared if something like that were to happen in reality.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN WHEN YOUR TEETH FALL OUT IN YOUR DREAM?

Have you ever woken up sweating because of a frightening dream? Maybe your teeth were being pulled or maybe they’ve been knocked out. Here are some of the common meanings that dream experts have associated these dreams with.

1. You’re struggling with an inferior complex, or you’re struggling with a loss of personal power to someone or something else. Your teeth falling out could be a symbolic sign of embarrassment or loss.
2. You’re worried about saying “the wrong thing,” so your teeth falling out could be symbolic for literally “spitting out” the wrong words.
3. Tooth-related dreams are sometimes linked to worrying or stressing about a loved one or family member being sick.
4. You’re worried about your appearance. Teeth are one of the many things that make us more attractive, so if you’re stressing about aging or feel insecure, you might dream about damage to your teeth.
5. Money is causing you a lot of stress. The connection here is the idea of structure. Your teeth provide an amount of stability for your mouth and body just as a savings provides stability in your life. If you’re lacking financial stability, you might dream about your teeth becoming damaged.
6. You recently were embarrassed at the dental office. Although many dentists work to make patients feel comfortable no matter their circumstance, patients still may feel insecure if they know that they’ve been skipping their flossing routine. Sometimes, your dream may be that literal in showing your shame while you sleep.

WHAT DO I DO IF MY TEETH WERE TO BE ACCIDENTLY LOST?

Now that you understand how your dreamlike state could be affected by the thought of your teeth falling out, your dentist wants to make sure you’re prepared if this were to ever happen in real life.

If something were to suddenly hit your mouth and a tooth fell out, these are the steps you need to take:

• Stay calm! Your dentist is only a phone call away for assistance.
• Gather the tooth or its pieces.
• Clean them off—but be sure to leave any soft tissues attached.
• Try to fit the tooth in the socket, but if it doesn’t fit, store it in a container of milk until you can reach your local dental practice.

Calling your dentist right away is critical. Your dentist in Oak Hill can walk you through the steps that you need to take while you make it to our office to repair your smile.

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Here at The Dental Centre, we want our patients to know that we’re there for them in their time of need. You can add our phone number to your contacts so that if an accident happens, we’re right there on speed dial! Contact us today if you need emergency assistance.