Pain management is necessary for some dental procedures. Most often, short-term prescriptions are needed for acute or episodic situations. In many cases, non-opioid over-the-counter (OTC) medication combinations can be as effective as opioid combinations, with fewer side effects. In some other... Read more about Opioids and Pregnant Women: Information for Oral Health Professionals

This document presents findings from a review of 15 sources that include oral health risk assessment questions to ask pregnant women. The questions are organized by seven themes
listed below.
× Dental concerns/pain
× Diet/nutrition
× Pregnancy symptoms
× Health behaviors
×... Read more about Oral Health Risk Assessment Questions to Ask Pregnant Women

Dentists are urging primary care doctors to pay closer attention to signs of illness that may show up in the mouth. From overlooked gum disease to suspicious lesions, oral health can provide a critical window into broader medical concerns. 

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Oral health is a core component of overall health; a healthy mouth and a healthy body are bidirectionally related. An umbrella review shows that, as of 2022, researchers had published 293 systematic reviews with meta-analyses on the links between oral diseases and noncommunicable diseases (e.g.,... Read more about Oral-Systemic Interactions and Medical-Dental Integration A Life Course Approach