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REASONS FOR JAW BONE LOSS AND DETERIORATION

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REASONS FOR JAW BONE LOSS AND DETERIORATION

The following are the most common causes for jaw bone deterioration and loss that may require a bone grafting procedure:

TOOTH EXTRACTIONS

When an adult tooth is removed and not replaced, jaw bone deterioration may occur. Natural teeth are embedded in the jaw bone and stimulate the jaw bone through activities such as chewing and biting. When teeth are missing, the alveolar bone, or the portion of the jaw bone that anchors the teeth in the mouth, no longer receives the necessary stimulation and begins to break down, or resorb. The body no longer uses or “needs” the jaw bone, so it deteriorates and goes away.

PERIODONTAL DISEASE

DENTURES/BRIDGEWORK

Some dentures are supported by anchors, which do help adequately stimulate, and therefore preserve bone.
By completing a bone graft procedure, Dr. BroadbentDr. ChandlerDr. Hall, or Dr. McCormick are now able to restore bone function and growth, thereby halting the effects of poor denture care.

FACIAL TRAUMA

When a tooth is knocked out or broken to the extent that no biting surface is left below the gum line, bone stimulation stops, which results in jaw bone loss. Some common forms of tooth and jaw trauma include: teeth knocked out from injury or accident, jaw fractures, or teeth with a history of trauma that may die and lead to bone loss years after the initial trauma.

MISALIGNMENT

Issues such as TMJ problems, normal wear-and-tear, and lack of treatment can also create abnormal physical forces that interfere with the teeth’s ability to grind and chew properly. Over time, bone deterioration can occur where the bone is losing stimulation.

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DEVELOPMENTAL DEFORMITIES

Some conditions or syndromes are characterized by missing portions of the teeth, facial bones, jaw or skull. Dr. BroadbentDr. ChandlerDr. Hall, or Dr. McCormick may be able to perform a bone graft procedure to restore bone function and growth where it may be absent

SINUS DEFICIENCIES

This condition usually develops over several years and may result in insufficient bone from the placement of dental implants. Dr. BroadbentDr. ChandlerDr. Hall, or Dr. McCormick can perform a procedure called a “sinus lift” that can treat enlarged sinuses.

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