I never used to think or worry about this until I started having some dreams about teeth falling out...I think I've had about 5 in the past month or so.

These dreams really bother me because a) I feel very powerless when it happens and b) I'm embarrassed about how I would appear without teeth

So now I often worry about losing my teeth, even though I've never had any dental issues in my life. No cavities, always positive dental check-ups (except for some plaque, of course!) So it's not like I've had any negative experiences regarding teeth.

So why am I so worried? I often want to check my teeth, feel them, make sure they're still there. But then I worry that if I poke at them too much, they will get loose and fall out.

Can anyone relate? Any input or advice would be greatly appreciated.

[lynn P.]

I've had dreams of teeth falling out too. I also had a somewhat funny dream where I had this big piece of bubble gum and no matter how much I pulled it was never ending...until one final yank pulled out all my teeth lol. I also dread the thought of ever getting dentures, so I take good care of my teeth. After one of those dreams I feel shaken up until I realize its just a dream.

This is probably related to your diagnosis ((Melissa)). I was using one of those Sensodyne electric brushes and it turns out these can wear away the enamel on teeth. Better to use a good total care toothpaste with a soft toothbrush and be gentle of the gums. Its important to floss everyday too. You're very lucky you've never had a cavity and chances are if you keep up with good dental hygiene you'll have all our teeth into old age.

[alwaysrejoice]

I had the teeth falling out dreams too, they are very disturbing.

[pbutton]

I have also had these type of dreams. Always so disturbing at the time!!

[Sabrina]

I've had this dream many times. But then again, I have a progressive gum disease and I worry about that all the time. I hate these dreams, they are very disconcerting.