Abstract:Statement of problem:In edentulous patients, alveolar bone loss is a critical factor that affects denture retention, stability, and masticatory function. Purpose: To investigate the influence of age and gender on the mandibular cortical index, panoramic mandibular index, and mandibular cortical width, as well as alveolar bone loss and bone heights in the first premolar and molar region using panoramic radiographs of edentulous patients. Material and methods: Panoramic radiographs of 75 edentulous patients were… Show more
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