Pain management part II: pharmacologic management of chronic orofacial pain.
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The pharmacologic management of chronic orofacial pain involves the use of medications not used routinely in dental practice. Additionally, many drugs are used for long periods of time necessitating careful monitoring for adverse effects and potential drug interactions. This article will review commonly used medications for chronic orofacial pain and highlight important areas of concern.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Anesthesia progress
دوره 57 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2010