No, it’s best not to have dental work during Zometa treatment. Doing so can raise your risk for a serious side effect called osteonecrosis of the jaw. With this condition, bone cells in your jawbone die, leading to damage to your jawbone.
Before being treated with Zometa, you should have a dental checkup. If you need dental work, it should be completed before you receive the drug.
To help keep your mouth healthy during Zometa treatment, brush and floss your teeth on a regular basis. Also, use mouthwash if your doctor or dentist recommends it. In addition, you should have regular dental exams to check for any problems. Invasive dental procedures such as surgery or tooth extractions should be avoided while you’re receiving Zometa.
It’s also helpful to know the symptoms of osteonecrosis of the jaw so you know what to look for. To learn more, see “Osteonecrosis of the jaw” in the “Zometa side effects” section above.
If you have any dental problems, such as pain, while receiving Zometa, tell your dentist and doctor right away.