Prevalence of Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Secondary to Antiresorptive Therapy in Patients Who have Undergone Dental Surgical Procedures: A Retrospective Study
Journal Title: International Journal of Dentistry and Oral Science (IJDOS) - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 11
Abstract
Limitations of this study include its retrospective design, a relatively small sample size, incomplete medical history and records, and some patients included in the study had short term followups. With the limitations of the study, it is the first study that examines the prevalence of ARONJ after all types of surgical procedures and not solely limited to extractions. More research is needed because most of the latest guidelines proposed by the ADA are primarily based on expert opinion rather that evidence based literature. The number of patients taking these medications and the length of time patients will be on antiresorptive agents is expected to rise leading to an increased occurrence of ARONJ. Therefore, as dental professionals it is imperative that we become knowledgeable of these medications and risks associated to better serve and educate our patients.
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Diana Bronstein
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- DOI 10.19070/2377-8075-1600072
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