DRUG use

Question 1

what can cocaine use cause

Answer 1

Gingival lesions – ulceration
Palatal Perforation
Nasal septum perforation

Question 2

side effects of cocaine use

Answer 2

Symptoms:
Light-headedness,
dizziness,
blurred vision,
tinnitus
disorientation.
paranoia, hallucinations,
restlessness, aggressive behaviour, delirium, vomiting, tremors, shivering,
insomnia, dilated pupils, hyperthermia, hypertension, tachycardia and an
increased respiration rate

Question 3

oral consequences of cocaine use

-dental considerations

Answer 3

NCTSL
- Bruxism
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Cocaine in Saliva – Decrease pH
Sugar to cut cocaine
Orofacial Pain
Cocaine enhances effect of epinerphrine
Acute increase in BP possible
Delay treatment 6 – 24 hours after administration