The use of imaging methods in the diagnosis of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw

Abstract

In this review article the authors summarize the current knowledge of the use of all available imaging methods in the diagnosis of bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (radiography, computed tomography, cone beam computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, bone scintigraphy and single photon emission computed tomography, positron emission tomography and hybrid imaging methods).

Keywords

• imaging methods
• osteonecrosis of the jaw
• bisphosphonates