Founder, CEO Pharmacology Declassified Mansfield, New Jersey, United States
Disclosure(s):
Thomas Viola, R.Ph, CCP, CDE, CPMP: No financial relationships to disclose
Management of acute odontogenic pain is accomplished with both opioid and non-opioid analgesics. To understand the roles and limitations of these agents, you must review patient medical histories and develop individualized pain management plans. This Presentation will provide an overview of strategies for effectively managing acute dental pain with analgesics, while also mitigating associated risks. You will also learn how to utilize a prescription drug monitoring program (PMDP) to assist in identifying and managing vulnerable patients at risk for substance use disorder.
Learning Objectives:
Explore opioid and non-opioid analgesic options for acute pain management and control
Explain the role of analgesics in managing dental pain and situations which may preclude their use
Discuss techniques for managing patients at risk for substance use disorders, as well as recognizing drug-seeking behaviors
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