Despite meaningful progress in reducing opioid prescribing, American dentists continue to give powerful painkillers to their patients at rates that far exceed those of other
Buffering articaine with sodium bicarbonate may not only lower pain for patients, but it may also completely eliminate the burning sensation during administration, according to
The International Dental Exhibition and Meeting (IDEM) 2026 took place at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, with an opening ceremony officiated by Associate Prof Patrick Tseng,
Patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) may exhibit elevated cortisol levels, suggesting that the stress hormone may help monitor the condition. The study was recently published
In this interview, Dr. Jason Goodchild explores the history, benefits, and practical application of buffering local anesthetics in dentistry. Learn how buffering can improve patient
The U.S. appears to have a shortage of orofacial pain (OFP) providers compared to other types of dental professionals, possibly leading to less effective pain
Anesthesia medication dosage requirements may not need to be changed for regular marijuana users undergoing oral and maxillofacial surgery. The abstract was recently published in
A research team in Norway is attempting to develop a better way to treat burning mouth syndrome by creating a carrier that keeps capsaicin, the
Treatment with bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) may reverse the degenerative effects of osteoarthritis of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), according to a study published in
Though many clinicians reported being concerned about the risk of paresthesia associated with articaine, the use of the anesthetic has expanded among dentists in the
A woman who underwent oral surgical procedures for persistent tooth pain and oral ulcers was diagnosed with Munchausen syndrome after clinicians found no medical evidence
Maltreatment that patients experience during childhood can cause psychological deterioration that may lead to the development of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), according to a research article.