Why are people who smoke and excessively drink alcohol more likely to get osteoporosis?

That is a very good question. Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption are both related to nutritional deficiencies and decreased levels of activity (this one isn't always true), both of whic...

If you are overweight and you get osteoporosis, the risk of fractures may in fact be higher. So any overweight has to be reduced, for multiple health benefits.

Start out with a generalist or internist. They should be capable of initiating the workup and therapy on their own. If they find they need help they can refer to a rheumatologist after the initia...

Yes you can! They have pills you can take or even a shot that is given once a year to build the bone back up. Osteoporosis is thinning of the bone. You are very young to have this, but then agai...

osteoporose is frequent in women after menopause (50ish) there is no link with decay, as the calcification never change in the tooth after it does erupt in the mouth.

Osteoporosis can't really be treated as in cured, but it can be slowed. You should have a bone scan (if you haven't already) to determine the percentage of bone loss you have. My mom ha...

Phosphate and calcium increase solubility complex and therefore promote calcium deposition in bone. However, are you sure you are not referring to newer longer acting bisphosphonate (taken empty...

With adequate nutrition ie ~ enough calcium and vitamin D (without sufficient vitamin D in our bodies, we will never assimilate any calcium) in our bodies, our bones will increase in density up unt...