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An Experimental Paradigm for the Prediction of Post-Operative Pain PPOP
Published on: January 27, 2010
Post-procedural Pain in Dentistry, as related to Dental Specialties
Davis C Thomas1, Anjali Ravi2, Murtaza Shapurwala3
1Department of Diagnostic Sciences, Center for Temporomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, Newark, NJ, USA.
Abstract:
Postprocedural pain (PPP) is a common yet complex sequalae of dental procedures, often presenting challenges in diagnosis and management. While many dental procedures inherently involve some degree of discomfort such as local anesthesia administration or scaling and root planing-the primary goal remains to relieve pain and prevent disease progression. Effective PPP management requires a multifactorial approach, taking into account the patient's chief complaint, age, gender, medical and psychosocial background, and drug compatibility. The use of preemptive and multimodal analgesia is of utmost importance in the effective management of PPP.
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