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EDIELUT wrote: > had to have > a molar pulled two weeks ago because I lost too much bone under that tooth. I > wonder if there is any connection with bone loss and parkinson? > Edie 63/l7 Dear Edie, Yes, in controlled studies PWP had lower bone mineral density, greater instance of severe osteoporosis, and greater rates of bone fracture than control subjects. I recommend to my clients that they ask their physicians to test for osteoporosis. In the case of bone loss in the jaw, this can make dentures/bridges difficult to fit. I encourage all PWP to get adequate calcium, magnesium, and vitamins D & K daily. Kathrynne Holden, MS, RD