Clinical term

bone loss

Reduction in the bone that holds a tooth, usually from periodontitis or a long-missing tooth. It affects tooth stability and implant planning.

Reviewed by Dr. Amit Sharma, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon · Last reviewed 3 September 2026

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