New Acute Pediatric Dental Pain Guideline Available
Acetaminophen and NSAIDs like ibuprofen are recommended as first-line treatments for managing acute dental pain in children under age 12, according to a new clinical practice guideline endorsed by the ADA.
The guideline states that, when used as directed, these medications can effectively manage a child’s pain after a tooth extraction or during a toothache when dental care is not immediately available. If acetaminophen or NSAIDs are administered as instructed by a dentist, the risk of harm to pediatric patients from either medication is low.
Read the new recommendations and download chairside guides with dosing information.
The guideline states that, when used as directed, these medications can effectively manage a child’s pain after a tooth extraction or during a toothache when dental care is not immediately available. If acetaminophen or NSAIDs are administered as instructed by a dentist, the risk of harm to pediatric patients from either medication is low.
Read the new recommendations and download chairside guides with dosing information.
