Osteonecrosis of the Jaw: Clinical Relevance and Management
Location: IMAN Cultural Center
3376 Motor Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
March 25, 2026
Time: 6 PM to 9 PM
CEUs: 3 CE
Meal: Food will be provided
Cost:
FREE to Members
$95 for Non-members
Synopsis
Osteonecrosis of the jaw remains a complex topic that can be challenging for the treating dentist. As cancers rates rise in adults under fifty, the prevalence of antiresorptive bone therapy and radiation therapy to the head and neck region are becoming commonplace within the general patient population. Both of these therapies significantly impact the provision of dental care and patient management. The dental team plays an integral role in preventing osteonecrosis for these high-risk patients. Clinicians are hesitant to treat these patients in private practice and often refer them to hospital-based programs. This presentation will describe how the dental team can confidently and effectively manage these patients in their office, and ultimately how the dentist is an integral part of their medical care.
Bio
Dr. Rebecca Dayanim studied French Literature and Francophone studies at UCLA where she received BA. She attended UCLA School of Dentistry, then subsequently completed General Practice Residency at the West Los Angeles VA. She has worked in both private practice and non-profit community clinics throughout her career until she transitioned to full time academia as the Program Director of the Herman Ostrow USC GPR and Hospital Dentistry at LA General Medical Center. Dr. Dayanim serves as the Chief of Dentistry at LA General Medical Center and Co-Chair in the DHS Dentistry Workgroup in LA County. Dr. Dayanim works with the GPR and OMFS residents providing comprehensive care to patients ranging from oral cancer/radiation, intellectual disability, medically complex, and trauma. She is passionate about resident education using classic techniques and modern technologies. At LAGMC, Dr. Dayanim works closely with ENT, Oncology, and Radiation/Oncology teams to provide interdisciplinary care and optimize the dental care and oral health for cancer patients. Aside from her dedication to dentistry, she is also passionate about philanthropy with leadership roles in nonprofit organizations. Dr. Dayanim enjoys maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle and became a certified Pilates Instructor in 2015 which has translated to healthy ergonomics in the dental practice.
