Fosamax & Osteonecrosis of the Jawbone
Mark & Associates P.C. is representing victims of Osteonecrosis of the Jawbone who took Fosamax in their pursuit of justice. If you or a loved one developed this terrible condition while taking Fosamax or another bisphosphonate drug, contact us today at 1-888-83-RIGHTS or by filling out our Fosamax case review form.Osteonecrosis (avascular necrosis, aseptic necrosis, ischemic necrosis) is caused by loss of blood supply to the bones. As a result, the bone tissue dies and rots. Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is also referred to as “dead jawbone.” In ONJ cases, the jawbone rots and sometimes requires the victim to have large parts of the jaw removed surgically.
Osteonecrosis of the jawbone affects the mandible, or lower jawbone, twice as often as the maxilla, or upper jawbone. Many ONJ cases are preceded by a dental surgical procedure such as a tooth extraction or root canal. ONJ is often diagnosed by dentists, dental hygienists, oral surgeons and periodontists when patients complain of ONJ symptoms.
Symptoms of Osteonecrosis of the Jaw
- Pain and swelling in the gums
- Drainage and fluid in the gums and jaw
- Numbness, heaviness in the jaw
- Exposed jawbone
- Teeth becoming loose
- Sometimes no symptoms
Fosamax and Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Overview