Dental X-Rays May Reveal Osteoporosis

An analysis of dental x-rays using the software was able to predict the risk of osteoporosis as effectively as traditional bone mass density measurements.
The bone-thinning disease known as osteoporosis is particularly common among middle-aged women. While there are effective treatments for this disease, not all women who have osteoporosis know it. Thus, it comes as a bit of unexpected good news that ordinary dental x-rays may help to identify bone loss. This made possible by a new computer software program (not yet in widespread use) that analyzes bone pattern characteristics, including thickness and fragmentation, in dental x-rays. In a recent study conducted by European researchers, an analysis of dental x-rays using the software was able to predict the risk of osteoporosis as effectively as traditional bone mass density measurements. This gives women one more diagnostic tool in their battle against thinning bones.

Osteoporosis is often called a 'silent' disease because it has no discernable symptoms. This informative article has been brought to you as a public service. Extractions, sealants, fillings, root canals, cosmetic dentistry, partial or full dentures, and crowns and bridges are just some of the services we offer at the office of Richard Seidler, DDS – Family Dentistry. For exceptional dental care, call (972) 625-2222 to schedule an appointment. We're located at 5000 Main Street , at South Colony Boulevard , Suite 206 , The Colony, Texas , where we want to provide your entire family with the best care possible. We urge a routine of periodic professional exams that will help ensure the health and longevity of your teeth. Most dental insurance accepted.

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