Management of acute dental pain: a practical approach for primary health care providers
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2001
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Wetherell, J.
Richards, L.
Sambrook, P.
Townsend, G.
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Australian Prescriber, 2001; 24(6):144-148
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John Wetherell, Lindsay Richards, Paul Sambrook, Grant Townsend
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A detailed history and examination will identify the cause of dentally-related pain in most emergency situations. Sharp, shooting pain can be caused by inflammation in the pulp or exposure of the dentine. Dull throbbing pain has several causes including ulcerative gingivitis, dental caries and food impaction. Simple treatment will usually alleviate the symptoms until patients can be seen by a dentist. Prescription of antibiotics is usually not indicated.
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© 2001 Australian Prescriber