What causes condylar resorption?

What causes condylar resorption?

Possible causes of condylar resorption include:

• Autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma and systemic lupus erythematosus.
• Avascular necrosis.
• Hormonal changes, especially those that occur in women during adolescent development.
• Infection in your jaw joint.
• Orthodontic treatment or jaw surgery.
• Osteoarthritis.
• Reactive arthritis.
• Trauma to your jaw from impact, such as playing sports.

Some people develop condylar resorption without an obvious cause, known as idiopathic condylar resorption. Idiopathic condylar resorption is rare.