Pharmacological management of dental pain : an evidence review and drug utilization study of opioid prescribing In British Columbia

Key Points

• This research aims to assess the pharmacological management of dental pain and analyze opioid prescribing trends in British Columbia.
• Conducted an evidence review of existing literature on dental pain management and opioid use.
• Analyzed prescription data for opioids related to dental procedures in British Columbia.
• Identified patterns in opioid prescribing for dental pain, highlighting potential overprescribing issues.
• Showed variations in drug utilization indicating a lack of standardized prescribing practices.