Pharmacological management of orthodontic pain

Pain associated with orthodontic treatment, which is both frequent and challenging, primarily arises following procedures such as the placement of interproximal elastic separators and the installation of archwires. This pain is often due to inflammation of the periodontium, leading to discomfort. Ef...

ver descrição completa

Detalhes bibliográficos
Autores: Lopez, Pablo, Franco, César, Meneses, Abraham
Formato: artículo
Estado:Versión publicada
Fecha de publicación:2024
País:Perú
Recursos:Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
Repositorio:Revistas - Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
Idioma:español
inglés
OAI Identifier:oai:revistas.upch.edu.pe:article/5836
Acesso em linha:https://revistas.upch.edu.pe/index.php/REH/article/view/5836
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palavra-chave:dolor
manejo del dolor
ortodoncia
pain
pain management
orthodontics
dor
controle da dor
ortodontia
Descrição
Resumo:Pain associated with orthodontic treatment, which is both frequent and challenging, primarily arises following procedures such as the placement of interproximal elastic separators and the installation of archwires. This pain is often due to inflammation of the periodontium, leading to discomfort. Effective pharmacological management is essential to enhance patient comfort throughout orthodontic treatment. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and acetaminophen are commonly employed due to their proven efficacy and safety profiles. These medications help reduce both inflammation and pain, thereby improving patient tolerance of orthodontic procedures. When selecting an analgesic, it is important to consider factors such as the intensity of pain, pre-existing medical conditions, and potential drug interactions. Careful and supervised use of these medications helps minimize risks and optimizes patient comfort during orthodontic care.