Chances are it has happened to you or someone you know: dreaming that your teeth are falling out. Not quite a terrifying nightmare, but definitely not pleasant.
Could it be that you were frightened of the tooth fairy as child and your brain is processing unpleasant thoughts? Or do you need to visit your dentist?
Dreaming About Health Issues
The connection between dreaming and health has been studied in the search for insights about mental health, disease, the brain, and sleep. Studies show, for instance:
