Oral Bisphosphonate-induced Osteonecrosis of Jaw: A Case Report

Abstract

Osteonecrosis of bone is a debilitating condition resulting from avascularity of bone. Bisphosphonates which are routinely used in treating bone disorders like osteoporosis and certain malignancies have been associated with increased incidence of osteonecrosis of bone, commonly affecting jaws. Though dental trauma has been a predisposing factor, certain patients have shown spontaneous development of osteonecrosis on long term administration of bisphosphonates.