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How long after using Fosamax or a bisphosphonate can I get ONJ/Dead Jaw?

April 26, 2017bisphosphonate dead Jaw onj

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How long after using Fosamax or a bisphosphonate can I get ONJ/Dead Jaw?

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It depends. Some people who have ONJ report that their jaws feel heavy or numb relatively quickly, while others do not realize their condition until they have routine dental work that refuses to heal properly. In any event, anyone who takes Fosamax could potentially develop a serious case of ONJ.