10 Symptoms of Osteoporosis
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #6: Receding Gums
In addition to those bones that help support us and give us strength are those that help us with other tasks, such as eating. Our jaw bones are also made of strong stuff, and they need to be, as chewing can be tough work at times. Our jaws also house our teeth and they will also undergo a lot of pressure.
The jaw bone is just as prone to suffering from osteoporosis as the rest of the skeleton; as the jaw bones wither away, the gums recede and the teeth can become increasingly exposed. This can lead to various dental problems and eating can become difficult for the patient.
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