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Perio Therapy. CANCER DRUGS AND ONJ.
- Source :
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RDH . Sep2014, Vol. 34 Issue 9, p56-58. 2p. - Publication Year :
- 2014
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Abstract
- The article discusses the role of dental hygienists in determining osteonecrosis of the jaws (ONJ) induced by cancer drugs. Topics covered include the development of ONJ among cancer patients receiving bisphosphonates or denosumab, the need for oncologists to refer patients to dentist for examination prior to treatment with drugs associated with ONJ and the steps recommended for pre-treatment dental care.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 02797720
- Volume :
- 34
- Issue :
- 9
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- RDH
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 102490842