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An Experimental Paradigm for the Prediction of Post-Operative Pain PPOP
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Ibuprofen intake after apicoectomy-Quantitative indicator for postoperative pain
Ivan-Hristov Arabadzhiev1, Carsten Nix2
1Oral Surgeon, Master in Dental Medicine, Master in Public Healthcare and Healthcare Manegement; Oral Surgeon at Oral Surgery Office Dr. Carsten Nix, Landstuhl, Germany.
Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry
|June 30, 2023
Summary
Post-apicoectomy pain is generally low, with most patients needing minimal Ibuprofen. Age and sex did not significantly impact painkiller use, but mandibular molar resections required more Ibuprofen.
Area of Science:
- Oral Surgery
- Pain Management
Background:
- Apicoectomy is a common oral surgery procedure.
- This study analyzes Ibuprofen consumption as a pain indicator post-apicoectomy.
- Factors like patient age, sex, and tooth type were examined.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantify Ibuprofen intake after apicoectomy.
- To identify factors influencing postoperative pain and analgesic use.
- To assess the correlation between patient demographics and pain levels.
Main Methods:
- Data collected from 89 apicoectomy operations involving 98 teeth.
- All procedures performed by a single oral surgeon.
- Postoperative Ibuprofen intake was systematically recorded and analyzed.
Main Results:
- Mean Ibuprofen consumption was 1.71 tablets (400 mg).
- No statistically significant differences in consumption based on gender.
- Older patients consumed less Ibuprofen; mandibular molar resections showed higher intake.
Conclusions:
- Apicoectomy typically results in low postoperative pain, requiring minimal Ibuprofen.
- Patient age and sex are not significant predictors of Ibuprofen use.
- Increased Ibuprofen intake was noted after mandibular molar apicoectomies, highlighting site-specific pain variations.
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