Management of osteoporosis patients for prosthetic restoration
Journal of Dental Rehabilitation and Applied Science
;
: 93-101, 2016.
Article
in Korean
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| ID: wpr-108708
ABSTRACT
The average life expectancy has been increased, so the proportion of elderly patients that visit to the dental clinic for prosthetic restoration has increased. Elderly patients have various chronic diseases. Recent trends show an increase of osteoporosis in elderly patients, and thus, the number of osteoporosis patients is expected to escalate. Currently, the most widely used drug for osteoporosis is bisphosphonate. However, osteonecrosis of the jaw has been reported as a side effect derived from long-term oral administration or injection treatment of the drug. Surgical dental treatment was the main cause of medication related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). As MRONJ is very difficult to cure, it is important to take preventive measures. Surgical operation may be needed for the mouth preparation before prosthetic restoration. For successful treatment, the dentist should have a full understanding of osteoporosis and show a continued interest toward this disease for careful management.
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Main subject:
Osteonecrosis
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Osteoporosis
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Chronic Disease
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Administration, Oral
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Life Expectancy
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Dental Clinics
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Dentists
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Diphosphonates
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Jaw
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Mouth
Limits:
Aged
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Humans
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Journal of Dental Rehabilitation and Applied Science
Year:
2016
Type:
Article
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