Tag Archives: bone density

The link between osteoporosis and periodontal disease

Osteoporosis and periodontal disease are both characterized by bone resorption. After menopause, bone loss rate is dramatically accentuated, which seems to potentially accelerate and/or aggravate periodontal tissue breakdown. The dental biofilm induces the immune system to produce

Bones of contention: Bone mineral recovery in celiac disease

Low bone density is common in newly diagnosed patients with celiac disease (CD). Untreated CD leads to bone fractures and osteoporosis in young and older patients. The gluten-free diet (GFD) is the primary treatment for CD. Bone