MISSLEADINGS AND MISSUSES OF THERAPEUTIC TOOLS IN THERAPY OF OSTEOPOROTIC PATIENTS

Objectives: This study aims to report some of possible missuses in the therapy of osteoporotic patients in the population of olds. Methods: In this study 119 partially edentulous and completely edentulous patients – 79 woman and 40 men from 67 to 83 years were observed, orally and systemically treated of osteoporosis. Results: The main intentions in oral therapy (within the scope of systemic therapy) of these osteoporotic patients regardsː selected and sporadic use of biphosphates (bisphosphonates), restricted use of calcitonin, priority of DEXA and parallel beam scanner prior to using of cone beam tomography, avoidance of unilaterally established occlusal scheme in prosthodontic dental construction and frequent recalls because of the pronounced need for relining and rebasing of removable dentures. Conclusion: Selected principles and advices should be applied in oral therapy of all of osteoporotic patients.