resorption

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My dentist said a molar needed to be yanked because of a cellular breakdown called resorption, and a periodontist in his office recommended a bone graft and probably an implant.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

The researchers also investigated PEPITEM's effect on osteoclasts and bone resorption.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2024

In addition, young women showed significant increases in the bone resorption marker.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2024

Osteoporosis is a clinical manifestation of an imbalance between bone resorption and bone formation, resulting in weakened bones that easily fracture.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Anything which permits complete absorption and resorption of tile exudate will tend to prevent these hampering adhesions.

From Disturbances of the Heart by Osborne, Oliver T. (Oliver Thomas)