Bisphosphonate osteonecrosis of the jaw: a literature review of UK policies versus international policies on the management of bisphosphonate osteonecrosis of the jaw

Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2011 Jul;49(5):335-42. doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2010.08.005. Epub 2010 Sep 22.

Abstract

Despite the increasing number of cases of osteonecrosis of the jaws related to bisphosphonate therapy described in the literature there is a paucity of evidence-based treatment for the condition. In this second article on bisphosphonate-related jaw complications we discuss the different treatment strategies for the condition, review current literature, particularly in relation to the recommendations that have been published, and discuss the evidence behind them.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Bone Density Conservation Agents / adverse effects*
  • Diphosphonates / adverse effects*
  • Evidence-Based Dentistry
  • Health Policy*
  • Humans
  • Jaw Diseases / chemically induced
  • Jaw Diseases / therapy*
  • Osteonecrosis / chemically induced
  • Osteonecrosis / therapy*
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic
  • United Kingdom

Substances

  • Bone Density Conservation Agents
  • Diphosphonates