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¹Central Dental Clinic and The Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine, Medical Corps, Israel Defense Forces, Jerusalem, Israel. yzadik@gmail.com

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Barodontalgia, or tooth pain from barometric pressure changes, is rare but dentists should be aware of its symptoms. This review covers its causes, diagnosis, and prevention.

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Area of Science:

Dentistry
Aerospace Medicine
Pain Management

Background:

Barodontalgia, also known as aerodontalgia, is pain in the teeth caused by changes in barometric pressure.
While considered rare, it can affect individuals during air travel or diving activities.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive review of barodontalgia.
To discuss its epidemiology, clinical presentation, pathogenesis, and diagnostic considerations.

Main Methods:

Literature review of barodontalgia and related conditions.
Analysis of diagnostic criteria and differential diagnoses, including barotrauma.
Summary of preventive strategies.

Main Results:

Barodontalgia presents as dental pain linked to atmospheric pressure fluctuations.
Differential diagnosis includes facial and dental barotrauma.
Understanding pathogenesis aids in diagnosis and management.

Conclusions:

Dentists should be aware of barodontalgia as a potential cause of oral pain.
Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management are essential for affected patients.
Preventive measures can mitigate the occurrence of barodontalgia.