"Revamped Guidelines for Dental Pain Management Emphasize NSAIDs"
Dentists at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine are advocating for a shift in pain management, emphasizing the use of acetaminophen and NSAIDs as the first line of treatment for young dental patients instead of opioids. New guidelines from the American Dental Association support this approach, aiming to reduce the risk of opioid misuse and overdose, particularly among adolescents. The focus on over-the-counter medications and the elimination of just-in-case opioid prescriptions reflect a broader effort to address the impact of opioid use on individuals and families.