The alveolar bone, also called the alveolar process, is the part of the jaw that holds the teeth. The bone here supports the roots of the teeth and keeps them in place.

Is alveolar bone proper cortical bone?

The supporting alveolar bone structure consists of both cortical and trabecular bone. The cortical bone, also known as cortical plates, consist of plates of compact bone found on the facial and lingual surfaces of the alveolar bone.

What is the purpose of alveolar bone?

Alveolar bone is that part of the maxilla and mandible which supports the teeth by forming the “other” attachment for fibres of the periodontal ligament (Fig. 1.148).