Understanding what to prescribe to patients for dental pain and anxiety is, of course, a critical part of practicing dentistry. But just as important as what to prescribe is how the medications work, how they interact, maximum daily dosages, how certain medications differ from each other, and much more.
Medical History Mysteries is a video collaboration between Dr. Tom Viola, a pharmacist and dental educator, and Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, chief editor of Dental Economics, that breaks down various issues around pharmaceuticals, particularly as they apply to dentistry.
Enjoy this roundup of some of their best content on analgesics, anxiolytics, and anesthetics as they could relate to your dental patients.
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