Dentists are helpful in recognizing brittle bones and osteoporosis in women because they see patients more frequently than doctors. Dental X-rays can be helpful in detecting osteoporosis. Dentists know what to look for, so they are in a good position to help find osteoporosis that may have gone undetected. Dentists are concerned about a number of problems that might accompany osteoporosis, such as loose teeth, detached or receding gums, and dentures that do not fit. These can be signs of lower bone density, which could lead to tooth loss or periodontal disease.
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