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Pain control after third molar surgery.

R A Seymour, J G Walton

    International Journal of Oral Surgery
    |December 1, 1984
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    Effective pain management after third molar surgery involves analgesics with anti-inflammatory properties. Corticosteroids show promise for reducing post-operative issues, while opioids and antimicrobials have limited efficacy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oral Surgery
    • Pharmacology
    • Pain Management

    Background:

    • Third molar surgery often results in significant post-operative pain, swelling, and trismus.
    • The ideal agent for managing these sequelae should be effective and safe, with minimal side effects.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review and evaluate the efficacy of various agents used for managing post-operative sequelae after third molar surgery.
    • To identify optimal pharmacological strategies for pain, swelling, and trismus control.

    Main Methods:

    • Systematic review of existing literature on post-operative third molar surgery management.
    • Analysis of the effectiveness of analgesics, anti-inflammatories, corticosteroids, opioids, local anesthetics, antihistamines, enzymes, and antimicrobials.

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    Main Results:

    • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen and diflunisal are effective for pain relief.
    • Opioids show poor efficacy for post-operative third molar pain.
    • Corticosteroids demonstrate potential for reducing post-operative sequelae.
    • Antihistamines, enzymes, and topical antimicrobials are of little value.
    • Routine systemic antimicrobials are not generally effective, except in specific high-risk cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Analgesics with anti-inflammatory properties are the primary choice for pain management.
    • Corticosteroids warrant further investigation for their role in reducing post-operative complications.
    • Judicious use of agents is recommended, considering the short duration of typical post-operative treatment (48 hours).