tooth mobility
[/tuːθ moʊˈbɪləti/]
nounpl: tooth mobilities
mobilidade dentária
1. The degree of movement or looseness of a tooth within its socket, typically measured clinically on a scale from 0 to 3, indicating the health status of the periodontal ligament and supporting structures
The patient presented with tooth mobility in the lower molars, suggesting advanced periodontal disease.
O paciente apresentava mobilidade dentária nos molares inferiores, sugerindo doença periodontal avançada.
2. Pathological movement of a tooth that exceeds normal physiological limits, often resulting from bone loss, trauma, or periodontal inflammation
Tooth mobility can be reduced through periodontal treatment and proper oral hygiene.
A mobilidade dentária pode ser reduzida através do tratamento periodontal e higiene oral adequada.
Tooth mobility is a critical diagnostic indicator in both Brazilian and American dentistry. In Brazil, dental professionals assess mobility using standardized clinical scales during routine examinations, with particular attention given to periodontal disease screening. The concept is central to preventive dentistry education and is commonly discussed in patient counseling regarding oral health consequences of poor hygiene or untreated periodontal conditions.
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