It stands to reason that calcium would help not only osteoporosis but also preventing tooth loss through gum disease.

Pre and post menopausal women are among those that are at high risk for osteoporosis.  Other situations that bring about gum disease and could lead to tooth loss include smoking or chewing tobacco, certain chronic illness such as diabetes, stress, poor oral hygiene, and heredity.  Evidently, calcium is a good solution to help prevent gum disease, even if you were born with not the best dental genes.

You can get calcium from food or in supplement form.  Calcium rich foods include milk, yogurt, and dark green vegetables.  Women at risk of osteoporosis should take a minimum of 1200 mg of calcium per day.

There are several types of calcium that are sold in supplement form. The type you take is important since some dissolve and can be used by the body, while others require extra stomach acid for absorption, and may not be absorbed at all.

The different types of calcium include citrate, carbonate, dolomite, coral, gluconate and lactate.

 Calcium citrate is the best and easiest to absorb. You can take it anytime including on an empty stomach since it doesn't require high a mounts of stomach acid to dissolve.  However, you may need more pills to get enough "elemental calcium".

Some prefer the natural form through dolomite.  However, you should know that this type can be hazardous.  A study published from University of Alberta found it is insoluble in stomach acid and is eliminated before it can be absorbed and used by the body.  Also, dolomite may contain toxin elements including lead. 

Coral calcium should be avoided.  Many health claims have been made about it, but not established as fact. 

To prevent tooth loss, brush with toothpaste with baking soda to help neutralize acids in the mouth and take calcium supplements, preferably the citrate form.  Eat a balanced diet rich in calcium and you'll keep smiling with happy teeth.