Bone Loss

Bone loss may refer to a number of entities:

  • Osteoporosis, a condition in which overall bone density decreases
  • Periodontitis, a condition in which the supporting bone around teeth exhibits resorption

Famous quotes containing the words bone and/or loss:

    Osteopath—One who argues that all human ills are caused by the pressure of hard bone upon soft tissue. The proof of his theory is to be found in the heads of those who believe it.
    —H.L. (Henry Lewis)

    The loss of enemies does not compensate for the loss of friends.
    Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865)