Does Osteoporosis Cause Loosening Of Teeth?

Posted on Tue, 12 Jan 2016

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Question : How long does one injection last
also I have had three injections each time I'm getting gum problems for a few weeks after injection
Thinking of stopping although helped my knee from slipping

Answered by Dr. Honey Arora (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Osteoporosis can cause loosening of teeth..

Detailed Answer:
Hi. .
Welcome to HEALTHCAREMAGIC...

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern. .

As per your complain it is true that Osteoporosis can cause reduction in bone density and can have harmful effects on dental health. .

It can lead to mobility of teeth and can cause tooth fall..

I would suggest you to kindly answer the following questions so that I can guide you better..
1.You said that you are taking injections but kindly tell the name of the drug that you are taking in injection?
2.Do you have XXXXXXX teeth?
3.What gum problems you have?
4.What treatment and advice did the Periodontist has given you?
5.What is the time gap in which you took the injections?

Kindly answer the following so that I can guide you better. .

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.

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