What is Bone Insufficiency?
Bone insufficiency is defined as bone loss around the teeth and in the jaw. This can occur as a result of tooth loss or periodontal disease, and its incidence increases with age. Bone deficiency can cause teeth to loosen and move. After tooth loss or tooth extraction, the jawbone can resorb and the gums can recede, leading to bone insufficiency.
In Which Situations Does Bone Insufficiency Occur?
Bone deficiency is usually caused by tooth loss and periodontal disease. Trauma, smoking, poor diet and some medical conditions can also cause bone loss. Smoking increases gum disease and bone loss.
Who Has Bone Insufficiency?
Bone failure is a consequence of tooth loss and chronic periodontitis. Tooth loss can cause bone loss by removing the bone stimulation provided by chewing. Dentures that replace teeth do not stop bone loss because they do not provide the chewing pressure of natural teeth. Misalignment of teeth and infections can also lead to bone deficiency.
Dental Treatments in Bone Insufficiency
Bone regeneration involves the rebuilding of lost bone to allow dental implants to sit securely. This procedure is usually performed in preparation for dental implants and is the most effective way to replace missing teeth. Bone regeneration involves placing a graft into the jawbone to stimulate new bone formation and fuse it with existing bone.
