Additional
side effects of the
drug include osteoporosis, a condition in which bones become weak and brittle; akathisia, a disorder
characterized by the need to be in constant motion, including the head and jaw; bruxism, or teeth grinding; and dryness of the mouth, all of which affect the implant healing process, says Bairam.
Well -
characterized drugs may come with detailed knowledge of their pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and
side effects as well as with established regimens for clinical applications.