Getting your wisdom teeth pulled? You don't need opioids to deal with the pain of the extraction, a new study says. A combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen provided better pain relief than ...

NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) and acetaminophen are the first-line treatment for acute dental pain. Opioids are only for rare cases where first-line treatments fail or are contraindicated. Not all “tooth ...

Approximately 80% of patients reported taking an analgesic like ibuprofen for dental pain, with about 10% of them accidentally overdosing on it. The study was published on January 17 in Basic and ...

Steroids help reduce inflammation and may reduce dental pain alongside other treatments. People may take steroids before or after dental surgery or to help manage severe infections. A dentist may ...

Discover if your "electric shock" jaw pain is trigeminal neuralgia, a neurological condition often mistaken for dental ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can impact oral health by increasing the risk of periodontal disease, TMJ, and dry mouth, which can lead to cavities and other dental concerns. RA and certain RA medications ...

Toothaches are often caused by tooth decay, followed by other dental-related conditions, like gum disease, impacted wisdom teeth, or trapped food particles. Non-dental-related conditions can also ...

Tooth decay can begin as soon as your child gets their first baby tooth. Fluoride, dental sealants, and regular dental cleanings can help prevent cavities from developing. According to the Centers for ...

Jaw pain affects millions of people daily, ranging from minor discomfort that resolves quickly to persistent aching that significantly impacts quality of life. While some jaw pain results from ...