The prosthodontic management of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw: a case report

Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) has clear staging and management guidance from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. There is, however, less guidance on the prosthodontic rehabilitation for this cohort of patients. This paper aims to bring increased understanding on the staging of MRONJ as well as approaches to its prosthodontic management. This case report outlines a removable prosthodontic method that successfully rehabilitated a patient suffering from MRONJ. This case is well documented with the use of clinical photography. The article demonstrates techniques in overcoming the challenges of necrotic bone in the denture-bearing area, and how such methods can improve both tissue health and patient symptoms.