CIT Pharmacology & Medications in Implantology 4

Question 1

A patient on long-term bisphosphonate therapy requires implant placement. Which complication is of greatest concern?

Accepted Answer

Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ)

Answer

Bisphosphonates suppress osteoclast activity and impair bone remodeling, placing patients at risk for MRONJ following implant surgery.

Question 2

Which analgesic class is generally preferred for post-implant pain management in patients without contraindications due to its anti-inflammatory benefit?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDs

Answer

NSAIDs provide both analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, making them first-line agents for managing post-implant surgical discomfort.

Question 3

Chlorhexidine gluconate 0.12% mouth rinse is commonly prescribed after implant surgery primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Reduce supragingival plaque and bacterial load

Answer

Chlorhexidine is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial that reduces oral bacterial counts and supports wound healing after implant procedures.

Question 4

A patient taking warfarin needs implant surgery. The PRIMARY pharmacological concern the implantology technician should communicate to the supervising clinician is:

Accepted Answer

Elevated bleeding risk requiring INR evaluation

Answer

Warfarin inhibits vitamin K-dependent clotting factors, and the INR must be assessed and managed before surgical procedures to minimize hemorrhagic complications.

Question 5

Which property makes amoxicillin a common antibiotic choice for prophylaxis in implant procedures?

Accepted Answer

Good oral bioavailability and effectiveness against oral streptococci

Answer

Amoxicillin has high oral bioavailability and covers the streptococcal and anaerobic organisms most relevant in oral surgical prophylaxis.

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CIT Pharmacology & Medications in Implantology 4