Posts tagged osteopenia
Osteoporosis

A very close family member was recently diagnosed with osteoporosis and was not keen on taking medication. They approached me for advice. I was inspired to write this post on what osteoporosis is, how to avoid it, and how to live with it, hopefully without medication if possible. It includes both dietary and lifestyle suggestions.

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Diet, Functional Medicine, General HealthScott Solomons, DDSosteopenia, osteoporosis, bone mineral density, bone density, T Score, The NNT, Bone Health, Calcium, Vitamin D, Vitamin K2, Magnesium, Silica, Collagen, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Inflammation, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Gluten, Microbiome, bisphosphonateComment
Osteoporosis, Bisphosphonates and your Mouth

Since the teeth are supported by bone, osteoporosis can affect the mouth. Oral manifestations can include gum recession, gum disease, loose teeth, tooth loss, implant failure and I’ll fitting dentures. The medication to treat osteoporosis poses a sever risk for your jaws. This post addresses osteoporosis, your mouth, and what you can do to prevent it.

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Diet, General Health, Movement, Oral HealthScott Solomons, DDSosteoporosis, osteopenia, bones, bone density, T-score, bisphosphonate, Gum Disease, Vitamin D, Calcium, Exercise, DXA ScanComment