If you've ever had a tooth pulled, your dentist likely cautioned you about the risk of dry socket-a painful condition where ...

Dry socket, clinically termed alveolar osteitis, is a common complication following tooth extractions, particularly of the mandibular third molars. Its occurrence, characterised by the premature loss ...

Over-the-counter pain medications work as well or better than opioids after wisdom tooth extraction for both men and women, according to a Rutgers Health-led follow-up to a landmark paper on ...

Smoking may increase the risk of dry socket after a tooth extraction, as it can delay the healing process and may dislodge a blood clot from the extraction site. Dry socket, or alveolar osteitis, is a ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications were as, or more effective, than prescription opioids at relieving dental pain after wisdom tooth extraction, new research showed. The pain relief was ...

Certain types and positions of tooth extractions may put patients at risk for developing a temporomandibular disorder (TMD) after having a tooth pulled, according to a study recently published in ...

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be the first choice for managing acute dental pain after tooth extractions or temporary toothache relief, according to guidelines recently ...

Dental extraction is performed frequently and can be accompanied by perioperative or postoperative complications. Bleeding is among the most common and important issues to consider in the ...

You may see a dentist if you have tooth pain that lasts or is sharp and painful. Common causes of tooth pain include cavities ...

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 ...