Hyperparathyroidism at Dentist Dictionary
What is Hyperparathyroidism? Loss of bone mineralization (osteoporosis) because of increased PTH secretion (primary) or increased demand for serum calcium (secondary) , resulting in multiple systemic complications, loss of alveolar bone architecture, and occasionally giant cell tumor (brown tumor).Dental Definition Added By: Eric
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