Glendale Dentist Explains How To Preserve Jawbone Health

Written by Dr. McKay on Dec 30, 2014

A healthy and strong smile requires a stable foundation. Your jawbone tissue and your gum tissue serve as this foundation, because they keep your teeth in place and healthy. Unfortunately, many people do not understand how important the jawbone is to the overall appearance and function of the smile.


That is why today our Glendale dentist office is going to be giving you a basic overview of how jawbone health impacts your teeth. We hope that this information helps you make great decisions for your dental health—now and in the future.


Your bottom teeth are grounded in your Mandible, while your top teeth are rooted in the Maxilla. Every tooth you have has a dental root—a base portion of the tooth that sits in the jaw tissue, erupts out of the gum tissue, and gives way to the visible dental crown.


In order for your teeth to stay stable—for your dental roots to stay firmly in place—your Maxilla and Mandible bone densities have to be in good shape.


Now, there are a few things that can compromise the health of your jawbone tissue.


1. Physical trauma

If you are in an accident that results in injury to your face or jaw, your smile may be affected.


2. Chronic bruxism

If you suffer from bruxism—a condition that causes the patient to clench or grind his or her teeth—your jawbone may become weaker over time.


3. Tobacco use

Tobacco products are harmful to the gum and bone tissues. They also put you at risk of suffering from oral cancer, which can cause significant bone loss.


If you want to maintain a healthy smile for years to come, it is very important that you take care of your jawbone health—the true foundation of your smile. To get more information or guidance, please reach out to our Glendale dentist office.