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Implications of Bisphosphonate Use for the Dentist Implications of Bisphosphonate Use for the Dentist

Author(s):

Lee H. Silverstein, DDS, MS, FACD, FICD; Gregori M. Kurtzman, DDS, John Peden, DDS, Peter C. Shatz, DDS

Date Added:

1/2/2007


Summary:

The authors look into the research studies into bisphosphonates, the important classification of drugs for the treatment of bone diseases. Are bisphosphonates safe when used during or around implant treatment? The authors have some good news for us.

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