Not practicing proper oral hygiene can lead to bone loss. Practicing good oral hygiene is imperative By Health IQ digital Apr 30, 2024; 11:07 am ... known as the alveolar bone.

Periodontal disease in dogs is an inflammation or infection that causes weakening or loss of support structures of the teeth.

Dental implants may help prevent bone loss that occurs after you lose a tooth. ... Numerous studies have found that 30% of the alveolar ridge is lost after tooth loss.