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William Nicola1, Aviv Ouanounou2
1Pediatric Resident, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Abstract:
Dental caries continues to be a common public health issue, affecting children worldwide. In order to provide safe and effective dental care to children, practitioners must possess a fundamental understanding of pharmacological principles and how they differ in pediatric patients versus adult patients. This article will review pediatric pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic changes, with emphasis on commonly prescribed medications in dental practice, including local anesthetics, antibiotics, and analgesics. These medications must be dose-adjusted appropriately when used in pediatric patients to avoid significant adverse effects and toxicity.
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