Background: Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is an intense negative drug response causing increasing bone destruction in the maxillofacial area of patients.
Aims And Objectives: To evaluate the knowledge and attitude of dental practitioner regarding risk factors of MRONJ in Saudi Arabia.
Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional, questionnaire survey was carried out in King Khalid Hospital, Al-Kharj among dental practioners.
Results: Approximately 60% of the practioners had a poor knowledge and there was a weak positive correlation with work experience.
Conclusion: Poor knowledge regarding the MRONJ invites a continuing dental education specially to focus on general practioners.
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| http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.JPBS_47_20 | DOI Listing |
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