Dental

Question 1

what is recommended for dental pain?

Answer 1

acetaminophen + NSAIDs = better than codeine

Question 2

for pregnancy, is NSAID ok to use?

Answer 2

only 1-2 trimester, but avoid in 3rd trimester –> risk of premature closure of ductus arteriosus

not recommended after 20 weeks’ gestation due to increased risk of oligohydramnios

Question 3

is opioid ok during pregnancy?

Answer 3

considered generally safe - but possible small increased risk of congenital anomalies, particularly oral clefts, with 1st trimester exposure

Question 4

what antibiotics should you use for pregnancy ?

Answer 4

Fluoroquinolones, tetracyclines and clarithromycin are not recommended for use during pregnancy. Penicillins may be preferable options.

Question 5

is NAIDS ok while breastfeeding?

Answer 5

Most NSAIDs are safe to use during breastfeeding. Ibuprofen is preferred due to its short half-life and extensive history of use in this patient population

Question 6

is codeine ok while breastfeeding?

Answer 6

Codeine is not recommended during breastfeeding, as those who are ultra-rapid metabolizers of CYP2D6 (which converts codeine to morphine) may have resultant high levels of morphine in their breast milk.​[12] Morphine may be a safer opioid alternative.

Question 7

what is a component of tooth structure, along with enamel, cementum and pulp, and composed of tubules containing fluid that is in contact with the pulp?

Answer 7

dentin

Question 8

Dentin hypersensitivity, also known as sensitive teeth is characterized by…?

Answer 8

sharp pain of short duration arising from exposed dentin in response to various stimuli that cannot be ascribed to any other dental defect or pathology

Question 9

which desensitizing ingredients are more effective in toothpastes?

Answer 9

arginine or nano-hydroxyapatite