Long waiting time before tooth extraction may increase delayed wound healing in elderly Japanese

Volume: 30, Issue: 3, Pages: 621 - 628
Published: Nov 20, 2018
Abstract
In osteoporosis patients receiving antiresorptive medications, stopping the drug and delaying tooth extraction has been suggested to reduce the risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ). However, postponing tooth extraction for ≥ 2 months was associated with an increased risk of delayed wound healing beyond 8 weeks after extraction, a risk factor for developing ONJ. A long waiting time before tooth extraction could result from concern about a...
Paper Details
Title
Long waiting time before tooth extraction may increase delayed wound healing in elderly Japanese
Published Date
Nov 20, 2018
Volume
30
Issue
3
Pages
621 - 628
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