The association between osteoporosis and oral bone loss.

Marjorie Jeffcoat

Journal: Journal of periodontology 2006;76(11 Suppl):2125-32

PMID: 16277585

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Abstract

BACKGROUND

Osteoporosis and osteopenia are characterized by reductions in bone mass and may lead to skeletal fragility and fracture. The purpose of this paper is to review studies to determine the relationship between oral bone loss and osteoporosis. In addition, the major modes of therapy for osteoporosis are discussed.

METHODS

In this convenience review, papers studying the possible correlation between oral bone loss and osteoporosis in humans, written in the English language since 1983, were reviewed.

RESULTS

The methods used to assess oral and systemic bone varied greatly from study to study. Therefore, the results were not amenable to meta-analysis. Thirteen of the 15 studies did show a positive correlation between systemic bone mass and oral bone mass (or bone loss).

CONCLUSION

Studies to date indicate a possible correlation between systemic and oral bone loss.

Address: University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA. [email protected]

DOI: 10.1902/jop.2005.76.11-S.2125

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MeSH Terms: Absorptiometry, Photon, Age Factors, Alveolar Bone Loss, Bone Density Conservation Agents, Calcium, Diphosphonates, Estrogen Replacement Therapy, Female, Humans, Longitudinal Studies, Male, Mandibular Diseases, Osteoporosis, Radiography, Dental, Digital, Risk Factors, Vitamin D