An overview of the significant complication of osteonecrosis of the jaw related to the prescription of bisphosphonate medications (Fosamax, Boniva, Actonel, Nerixia, Aredia, Zometa, etc..) All dental professionals need to be aware of this side effect as over 39 million prescriptions for bisphosphonates are written in the U.S. each year. Includes current information on usage, mechanism of action, pathogenesis, treatment recommendations, risk factors and post care. California Dental Board CE. AGD PACE National approved CE. Remote self-directed distance learning online dental continuing education course.
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Osteonecrosis risk
Seeing many more elderly women on osteoclast blockers. Becoming more of an issue every year.
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Osteoporosis meds
Seeing a large percentage of female patients in their 80s getting put on these meds, so a good review of the drugs that are now so popular.
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Osteonecrosis
Course excellent for explaining potential dental complications to female patients considering osteoporosis meds.
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BONJ
Thanks for update as we see more elderly women on these drugs.
