Can a malocclusion cause gum recession and bone loss?
Expert: Dr. Randolph Myerson – 9/8/2006 Question Hi Dr. Myerson, Yes. There is a history of diabetes in my family, but I have yet to test positive for it. My father, uncle, maternal grandmother, and younger brother are all type II diabetics. I found Dr. VanArsdall’s e-mail address and have sent him a message regarding systemic causes. Dr. Boyd mentioned that it could be genetic, but I know of no one in my family that has this problem. Both my parents have gum disease, but it is due to hygiene. They have not seen a dentist in years. Dr. Boyd did not mention any other systemic disorders that would disturb bone metabolism. I know mercury poisoning has been mentioned as a cause of bone destruction. I do have a mouthful of very old fillings, but I understand that this is a very controversial topic. ————————- Followup To Question – Thank you for your response. I am already seeing Dr. Robert Boyd who is chairman of the Orthodontics department at UOP in San Francisco. He is als
