Management of massive osteolysis of the mandible: a case report.
The management of a previously reported case of massive osteolysis of the mandible with intravenous bisphosphonate, vascularized free bone graft, and dental implants is reported. Restoration of adequate cosmetics and masticatory function was achieved. Despite the use of bisphosphonates, there were no complications with osseointegration. The reconstruction remained stable and functional 6 years afterward.
Tong
Antonio Chi Kit
AC
Department of Health, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Hong Kong. tongcka@graduate.hku.hk
Leung
Tat Ming
TM
Cheung
Pik To
PT
D050071:Bone Density Conservation Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D016025:Bone Transplantation; D002648:Child; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000379:methods*; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D004164:Diphosphonates / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D005360:Fibula / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D010015:Osteolysis, Essential / Q000628:therapy*; D000077268:Pamidronate; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000098:blood supply*
D050071:Bone Density Conservation Agents; D004164:Diphosphonates; D000077268:Pamidronate