Bisphosphonate-induced osteonecrosis of the jaw.

J Assoc Physicians India

Department of Rheumatology, PD Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Veer Savarkar Marg, Mahim, Mumbai 400016.

Published: August 2011

Bisphosphonates are routinely used in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Osteonecrosis of the jaw is known to be an important but rare complication of bisphosphonate usage. We present our experience with two patients of osteonecrosis of the jaw due to bisphosphonate usage.

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