This is a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled, 24 month study with 6 and 12 month interim analyses to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of weekly oral Alendronate 70 mg on alveolar crestal height and clinical attachment level in men and women with moderate to severe periodontal disease in the absence of scaling and root planning. Disease progression will be frequently monitored and mechanical therapy administered if clinically indicated. Eligible patients will be randomly allocated to 1 of 2 treatment groups.

Project Start
1998-12-01
Project End
1999-11-30
Budget Start
1998-10-01
Budget End
1999-09-30
Support Year
31
Fiscal Year
1999
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
Boston University
Department
Type
DUNS #
604483045
City
Boston
State
MA
Country
United States
Zip Code
02118
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