Bone height-mandible only:
3
The identification and measurement of residual bone height is the most
easily quantified objective criterion for the mandibular edentulous ridge.To minimize variability in radiographic techniques, the measurement
should be made on the radiograph at that portion of the mandible of the
least vertical height.Atwood's description in 1971 of alveolar bone loss
is still applicable today: "Chronic progressive, irreversible and disabling
process probably of multifactoral origin. At the present time, the
importance of various cofactors is unknown."In addition, it represents a measurement of the chronic debilitation
associated with complete edentulism in the mandible.Tissues remaining for reconstruction.2.3.4.5.