J Med Assoc Thai 2007; 90 (11):2494

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Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaws (ONJ): A Report of Two Cases
Pongchaiyakul C Mail, Auraiwan K , Kotruchin P , Kularbkaew C

Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is strongly associated with the use of aminobisphosphonates. Herein, the authors report two cases of ONJ after intravenous bisphosphonate therapy including clinical presentations, X-ray, and pathological findings. Since there is no definite treatment for ONJ, the focus should be on prevention with a dental evaluation for all patients before starting bisphosphonates.

Keywords: Osteonecrosis of the jaw, Bisphosphonate, Thailand


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