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Submitted Presentation

SP-20 - Endodontics and the Cancer Patient: Considerations, Modifications, and Outcomes

Friday, April 19, 2024
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Location: 518
Earn 1.0 CE Credits

    Speaker(s)

  • Yaara Y. Berdan, DDS, MBA

    Co- Chair Endo Perio Department
    Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC
    Los Angeles, California

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Slides Handouts

  • Rebecca Dayanim, DDS

    Program Director General Practice Residency
    Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC/ Los Angeles General Medical Center
    Los Angeles, California

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

  • Henry Kwon, DDS

    Attending Endodontist
    Los Angeles General Medical Center
    Hacienda Heights, California

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    • Session Host(s)

  • Rafael A. roges, D.D.S. (he/him/his)

    Program director
    University of Southern California
    Los Angeles, California

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Presentation Description/Abstract: Osteonecrosis of the jaw remains a complex sequela that can be challenging for the treating dentist. As cancer rates rise in adults, the prevalence of antiresorptive bone therapy and radiation therapy to the head and neck region are becoming commonplace within the general patient population. Both of these therapies significantly impact the provision of dental care and patient management. The endodontist plays an integral role in preventing osteonecrosis for these high-risk patients. Clinicians are hesitant to treat these patients in private practice and often refer them to hospital-based programs. This presentation will describe the mechanism of action of these cancer therapies, how the endodontist can confidently and effectively manage these patients in their office, and ultimately how the endodontist is an integral part of their medical care.

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize the risks and sequelae of antiresorptive and radiation therapy and its effect on oral tissues.
  • Describe how to communicate effectively with the oncology team.
  • Apply treatment modifications to provide optimal care, while minimizing risk in endodontic treatment.