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For most dental procedures you\u2019re usually back to your regular routine in no more than a day or two (or even hours) afterward. For the most part, the mouth heals rather quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But there may still be a short period of discomfort after tooth extraction, gum surgery or similar invasive procedures. The good news is you will most likely have no need for strong narcotic painkillers \u2014 milder, over-the-counter pain relievers are usually sufficient to manage your discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The most common of these are known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This group of pain relievers \u2014 which include aspirin and ibuprofen \u2014 block the release of substances in the body known as prostaglandins that stimulate inflammation that increases pain in damaged tissues. They\u2019re much preferred for mild to moderate pain because they don\u2019t have the side effects of steroids or narcotics like morphine or codeine. They also tend to be less costly than these other prescription drugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But while they\u2019re reasonably safe, they can cause problems if you exceed the recommended dosage or use them for prolonged periods. Their blockage of certain chemicals reduces the clotting mechanism in blood leading to a blood-thinning effect. Not only will this increase bleeding, it can also damage the stomach lining and cause ulcers if used over a period of weeks. Improper dosage of NSAIDs has also been linked to miscarriages and repeat heart attacks, which is why they\u2019re not recommended for use during pregnancy or with patients with a history of heart or intestinal problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But if taken as directed by your physician or dentist \u2014 usually no more than 2,400 milligrams a day and only for a few days \u2014 such side effects are quite rare. The benefit is much more common: about five hours of pain relief from a single dose for most people. With the help of ibuprofen or similar drugs, you\u2019ll be on your feet after your dental work in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


If you would like more information on managing pain after a procedure, please contact us<\/a> or schedule an appointment<\/a> for a consultation. You can also learn more about this topic by reading the Dear Doctor<\/em> magazine article \u201cTreating Pain with Ibuprofen<\/a>.\u201d
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