Abstract
Bone in relation to dentistry is the topic of this chapter. This chapter describes the mineral, cells, vascular and matrix components of bone. Throughout the chapter, the clinical relevance of these features and how they interact in health and disease are emphasized. The later parts of the chapter describe bone healing, bone grafts, healing of the extraction socket, orthodontic tooth movement, periodontal bone loss in chronic periodontitis, and the effect of bisphosphonates. A final section summarizes age changes in bone and bone cells.
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