Front tooth issue

AllForIt

Over the last 3 or 4 weeks I've noticed that one of my bottom front teeth is touching the above top tooth on the back side. Last night I noticed after a visual inspection that the top middle tooth seems to have moved every so slightly forward and to the left.

My dental history is that I have developed a good bit of gum recession over the last 3 or years as a result of heavy smoking and drinking. I have given up smoking and drinking so the gum recession has more or less stabilised. I also grind my teeth mostly at night I believe. I used to wear a night guard but I didn't' replace it when it wore out last year. I currently feel a fair bit of jaw pain.

I'm under a fair bit of stress because of issues in my personal life that won't be resolved any time soon. Since I gave up the smokes and booze I drink a lot of caffeine, way too much coffee and tea. I also vape. I want to give both of these up altogether but it's hard for me to have no crutch at all. I'm going to try and give up the coffee altogether this weekend and replace with tea then herbal tea if I can.

Anyway, what could the dentist do for me? Can anything be done about the tooth that has moved ie a brace that might move it back to where it was, or is that irreversible? Would getting a new night guard be advisable now or should I prioritise the moving tooth issue first? I'm a college student so I might not be able to fork out for all that in one go. How many visits to the dentist would it take to sort all this out? Should I let the dentist know in advance why I'm coming to see him? Any advice appreciated, ta.

AllForIt

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