Knowledge among Dentists about the usage of Opioid analgesics in Dental Practice

Ahamed, A. Ashik; Subhashree, R; Ganapathy, Dhanraj

doi:10.26452/ijrps.v11ispl3.3027

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“…The aim was to provide a solid foundation that can be used to improve their understanding and attitude towards this topic. A review of the literature revealed that few studies have addressed dentists’ knowledge of analgesics and their prescribing patterns in dentistry [ 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 , 13 , 14 ]. To date, no study on this topic has been conducted in Croatia.…”

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“…The questionnaire was developed and adapted from previous studies focused on analgesics in dental practice [ 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 , 13 , 14 ]. A working group, comprising two dental practitioners who are university professors specializing in endodontics, critically reviewed and assessed the questionnaire for content validity.…”

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“…Numerous studies have investigated analgesic knowledge and prescription trends in dentistry [ 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 , 13 , 14 ]. The primary reasons for prescribing analgesics were pain resulting from surgical procedures or endodontic conditions [ 8 , 10 , 12 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…While opioids are not typically the initial treatment option in dental care, they are often prescribed for severe pain that does not respond adequately to other medications. However, it is important to recognize that their prolonged use carries a significant risk of addiction [ 4 ]. According to research findings, when dealing with severe pain, the combined use of ibuprofen and paracetamol has been shown to be more effective for severe pain than the use of either medication alone.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Based on the literature reviewed, it was found that only a limited number of studies have investigated dentists’ awareness of analgesics and their prescribing patterns in dentistry [ 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 , 13 , 14 ]. These studies have the potential to provide valuable insight into identifying potential deficits in understanding and clinical use, paving the way for the development of tailored interventions aimed at improving standards of pain management in the dental setting.…”

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Evaluating Knowledge, Self-Reported Confidence Levels, and Prescription Patterns among Dental Practitioners Regarding Analgesics in Dentistry: A Cross-Sectional Study

Badrov,

Tadin

2024

Medicina

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Background and Objectives: Dental pain is a common problem that often leads to unscheduled dental visits and requires a comprehensive understanding of analgesics, including their indications and contraindications. The aim of this study was to investigate dentists’ knowledge, self-reported confidence levels, and prescribing patterns of analgesics in dentistry. Materials and Methods: A nationwide cross-sectional online survey was conducted, resulting in 379 responses. Of these, 68.6% were general dentists, and 31.4% were specialists. The collected data included sociodemographic information, levels of knowledge, and prescription patterns. The survey questionnaire explored self-perceived practices, patient information during prescription, and guiding factors. Descriptive statistics and a generalized linear model for regression were used for data analysis. Results: Higher levels of knowledge were observed in specific contexts such as secondary/tertiary healthcare (p = 0.022), specialization in endodontics (p = 0.003), and a higher number of working hours with patients (p = 0.038). Conversely, increased self-confidence was observed among endodontists (p = 0.008), oral surgeons (p = 0.011), and dentists with more than 6 h of patient interaction (p ≤ 0.001). Orthodontists and prosthodontists demonstrated lower knowledge levels, while specialists in family dentistry exhibited lower self-confidence. Self-confidence and knowledge displayed a significant positive correlation (r = 0.039, p < 0.001). The most frequently prescribed medication was ibuprofen (97.9%), primarily for surgical (83.9%) and endodontic procedures (60.9%), with the main indications being pulpal (85.8%), periradicular (57.3%), and postoperative pain (40.1%). Conclusions: This study reveals significant knowledge and confidence gaps among dentists, including limited awareness of the efficacy of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for odontogenic pain, a lack of time for effective counseling, and perceived deficits in pharmacology education. To address these issues, targeted educational interventions are recommended to improve analgesic prescribing practice, close knowledge gaps, and increase dentists’ confidence in more effective pain management.

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