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Bisphosphonate associated osteonecrosis: an unusual case
Author(s) -
Mehanna P,
Goddard R
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
australian dental journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.701
H-Index - 71
eISSN - 1834-7819
pISSN - 0045-0421
DOI - 10.1111/j.1834-7819.2010.01240.x
Subject(s) - bisphosphonate , medicine , osteonecrosis of the jaw , bone density conservation agents , oral and maxillofacial surgery , dentistry , bisphosphonate associated osteonecrosis of the jaw , surgery , osteoporosis , bone density
The management of bisphosphonate associated osteonecrosis of the jaws (bisphosphonate associated ONJ) is emerging as a significant problem in the field of dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery. We present a case of a 55‐year‐old female taking oral bisphosphonates, steroids and immunosuppressant agents presenting with a life‐threatening neck swelling. We discuss management options, as well as recent guidelines for treatment.