Seniors May Face 'Bone Death' In Jaw
ENTs Worry About Newly Discovered Problems
POSTED: Thursday, September 25, 2008
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Seniors may be facing a problem that they haven't heard much about: "bone death" in the jaw.The condition, technically known as bisphosphonate osteonecrosis, may be made worse by osteoporosis treatments, according to a news release from the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.Doctors of otolaryngologogy are often known as ear, nose and throat doctors.The ailment was first identified only five years ago. It causes pain, swelling, infections of the gums or jaw, gums that will not heal, loose teeth, numbness, drainage and exposed bone.More than half of people in the U.S. over the age of 50 being treated for low bone mass or osteoporosis -- more than 44 million people. Many take medicines called bisphosphonates, which can help cause the condition, according to the release.ENTs and dental experts will discuss the emerging problem and an annual ENT meeting in Chicago.
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