Osteoporosis of the maxillary bones

Abstract

Introduction: osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures. it affects millions of people around the world and its incidence is expected to double. it is related to oral health, especially mandibular bone density, evaluated by panoramic radiographs and the mandibular cortical index (mci). bone densitometry (dxa) is crucial for diagnosis. treatment requires a comprehensive approach to patient care. objective: to synthesize the main topics regarding osteoporosis of the jaws, to provide a comprehensive understanding of the impact of this condition on oral health. methodology: a narrative bibliographic review was conducted based on a search for scientific articles in the specialized databases ScienceDirect, SciELO, Redalyc, and PubMed. the selection criteria for the construction of the manuscript are articles in English and/or Spanish that include information regarding the pathophysiology, etiology, characteristics, diagnosis and therapeutic approach of osteoporosis and its relationship with oral health. results: a scientific document was constructed that was accessible to first-level personnel who address this group of patients. conclusion: osteoporosis does not significantly affect the orofacial bones but can lead to dental and maxillofacial complications. periodontal disease is more common and serious in people with osteoporosis, due to loss of bone density. it is essential that patients with osteoporosis receive regular dental care and communicate with their dentist about their condition. regular dental follow-up is important to detect and treat problems early. dentists must collaborate with other doctors to properly care for patients with osteoporosis and prevent dental and maxillofacial complications. general area of ​​study: dentistry. specific study area: oral rehabilitation. type of study: original.