DA0A.2
Atrophy of edentulous alveolar ridge
Atrofia do rebordo alveolar edêntulo
CategoryDefinition
It may occur in response to poor nutrition, lack of use (disuse of immobilization), reduction in blood supply, loss of nerve supply, or chronic cell injury. Atrophy of the alveolar ridge may also be associated with occlusal trauma or systemic diseases affecting bone structure
Index Terms
Atrophy of edentulous alveolar ridgeedentulous alveolar ridge atrophyAlveolar bone loss