Osteomyelitis of the jaws.

Author: Bernier S, Clermont S, Maranda G, Turcotte JY.

Source: Canadian Dental Association

Year: 1995

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Abstract / Excerpt:

Osteomyelitis is described as an inflammation of bone and bone marrow that may develop in the jaws following a chronic odontogenic infection or for a variety of other reasons. This situation may be acute, sub-acute or chronic, resulting in a totally different clinical picture.

Citation: Bernier S, Clermont S, Maranda G, Turcotte JY. Osteomyelitis of the jaws. Journal (Canadian Dental Association). 1995;61(5):441-2.