← Return to Unable to assert myself at 73...I have Severe Osteoporosis
DiscussionUnable to assert myself at 73...I have Severe Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Feb 3 1:01pm | Replies (60)Comment receiving replies
Replies to "What is ONJ"
Connect

Hi @emilyelliott321 ONJ stands for Osteonecrosis of the Jaw. People undergoing bisphosphonate treatment such as taking Prolia or other meds to reduce bone loss have a rare but slightly elevated risk of developing osteonecrosis of the jaw following a tooth extraction. This can be due an area of bone that is exposed and not receiving a steady blood supply. That can damage and destroy that area of bone.
https://www.healthline.com/health/osteonecrosis-of-the-jaw
Are you on a bone-loss drug such as Prolia or fozamax?