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A qualitative analysis of dental challenges for oncology patients receiving bone-modifying agents.

Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · H B, S WC, S O', R NR · 2026-07-24

Interviews and focus groups with cancer patients on bone-modifying agents and their dentists identified key challenges including awareness of medication-related bone complications, dental care burden, treatment planning difficulties, and the need for better coordination between oncology and dental services.

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