Open AccessKnowledge of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the Jawsamong Mexican dentists
Author(s) -
Ilan Vinitzky-Brener,
Norma Guadalupe Ibáñez-Mancera,
Ana-Martha Aguilar-Rojas,
Ana-Pilar Álvarez-Jardón
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
medicina oral, patología oral y cirugía bucal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.644
H-Index - 56
eISSN - 1698-6946
pISSN - 1698-4447
DOI - 10.4317/medoral.21433
Subject(s) - bisphosphonate , medicine , specialty , interview , osteonecrosis of the jaw , dentistry , intensive care medicine , family medicine , osteoporosis , political science , law
Bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis is an infrequent but potentially serious complication. Its treatment remains complex, and in some cases can be mutilating. Prevention, a correct diagnosis and opportune management are crucial.