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Lee ES, Tsai MC, Lee JX, Wong C, Cheng YN, Liu AC, Liang YF, Fang CY, Wu CY, Lee IT. Bisphosphonates and Their Connection to Dental Procedures: Exploring Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaws. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:5366. [PMID: 38001626 PMCID: PMC10670230 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15225366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
Abstract
Bisphosphonates are widely used to treat osteoporosis and malignant tumors due to their effectiveness in increasing bone density and inhibiting bone resorption. However, their association with bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (BRONJ) following invasive dental procedures poses a significant challenge. This review explores the functions, mechanisms, and side effects of bisphosphonates, emphasizing their impact on dental procedures. Dental patients receiving bisphosphonate treatment are at higher risk of BRONJ, necessitating dentists' awareness of these risks. Topical bisphosphonate applications enhance dental implant success, by promoting osseointegration and preventing osteoclast apoptosis, and is effective in periodontal treatment. Yet, systemic administration (intravenous or intraoral) significantly increases the risk of BRONJ following dental procedures, particularly in inflamed conditions. Prevention and management of BRONJ involve maintaining oral health, considering alternative treatments, and careful pre-operative and post-operative follow-ups. Future research could focus on finding bisphosphonate alternatives with fewer side effects or developing combinations that reduce BRONJ risk. This review underscores the need for further exploration of bisphosphonates and their implications in dental procedures.
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- Emily Sunny Lee
- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan; (E.S.L.); (M.-C.T.); (J.-X.L.); (C.W.); (Y.-N.C.); (A.-C.L.); (Y.-F.L.); (C.-Y.F.)
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan; (E.S.L.); (M.-C.T.); (J.-X.L.); (C.W.); (Y.-N.C.); (A.-C.L.); (Y.-F.L.); (C.-Y.F.)
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan; (E.S.L.); (M.-C.T.); (J.-X.L.); (C.W.); (Y.-N.C.); (A.-C.L.); (Y.-F.L.); (C.-Y.F.)
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan; (E.S.L.); (M.-C.T.); (J.-X.L.); (C.W.); (Y.-N.C.); (A.-C.L.); (Y.-F.L.); (C.-Y.F.)
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan; (E.S.L.); (M.-C.T.); (J.-X.L.); (C.W.); (Y.-N.C.); (A.-C.L.); (Y.-F.L.); (C.-Y.F.)
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan; (E.S.L.); (M.-C.T.); (J.-X.L.); (C.W.); (Y.-N.C.); (A.-C.L.); (Y.-F.L.); (C.-Y.F.)
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan; (E.S.L.); (M.-C.T.); (J.-X.L.); (C.W.); (Y.-N.C.); (A.-C.L.); (Y.-F.L.); (C.-Y.F.)
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan; (E.S.L.); (M.-C.T.); (J.-X.L.); (C.W.); (Y.-N.C.); (A.-C.L.); (Y.-F.L.); (C.-Y.F.)
- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Department of Dentistry, Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11696, Taiwan
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- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Department of Dentistry, Taipei Medical University Hospital, Taipei 11031, Taiwan
- School of Dental Technology, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan; (E.S.L.); (M.-C.T.); (J.-X.L.); (C.W.); (Y.-N.C.); (A.-C.L.); (Y.-F.L.); (C.-Y.F.)
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Lin EC, Chiang YC, Lin HY, Tseng SY, Hsieh YT, Shieh JA, Huang YH, Tsai HT, Feng SW, Peng TY, Lee IT. Unraveling the Link between Periodontitis and Coronavirus Disease 2019: Exploring Pathogenic Pathways and Clinical Implications. Biomedicines 2023; 11:2789. [PMID: 37893162 PMCID: PMC10604139 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11102789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
Abstract
Periodontitis involves the inflammation of the periodontal tissue, leading to tissue loss, while coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a highly transmissible respiratory disease caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which is amplified by poor systemic health. Key facilitators of SARS-CoV-2's entry into host cells are angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) and transmembrane serine protease 2 (TMPRSS2). This review reveals that periodontal pockets can serve as a hotspot for virus accumulation, rendering surrounding epithelia more susceptible to infection. Given that ACE2 is expressed in oral mucosa, it is reasonable to suggest that poor periodontal health could increase the risk of COVID-19 infection. However, recent studies have not provided sufficient evidence to imply a significant effect of COVID-19 on periodontal health, necessitating further and more long-term investigations. Nevertheless, there are hypotheses linking the mechanisms of the two diseases, such as the involvement of interleukin-17 (IL-17). Elevated IL-17 levels are observed in both COVID-19 and periodontitis, leading to increased osteoclast activity and bone resorption. Lastly, bidirectional relationships between periodontitis and systemic diseases like diabetes are acknowledged. Given that COVID-19 symptoms may worsen with these conditions, maintaining good oral health and managing systemic diseases are suggested as potential ways to protect against COVID-19.
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 110, Taiwan; (E.-C.L.); (Y.-C.C.); (H.-Y.L.); (S.-Y.T.); (Y.-T.H.); (J.-A.S.); (Y.-H.H.); (H.-T.T.); (S.-W.F.)
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- School of Dentistry, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 110, Taiwan; (E.-C.L.); (Y.-C.C.); (H.-Y.L.); (S.-Y.T.); (Y.-T.H.); (J.-A.S.); (Y.-H.H.); (H.-T.T.); (S.-W.F.)
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