THREE DRUG CLASSES EVERY DENTIST SHOULD KNOW - MODULE II: ANALGESICS

Course overview

This basic-level course reviews the pharmacology of analgesic agents and updates the participant on current guidelines and therapeutic choices in order to optimize analgesic prescribing practices. It also discusses the differences among analgesics typically prescribed for orofacial pain. Along with this, the course also addresses the selection and timing of appropriate medications for special populations including the pregnant and breast-feeding patient, and patients with significant allergy histories. Since the goal of analgesic therapy is to assure selection of the right drug at the right time and at the right dose, for the right patient and the right procedure, this course presents information that should be considered essential for all OHCPs, both seasoned and newly credentialed.