Pain Management

For routine dental care, such as sealants and fillings, we do not anticipate much patient discomfort following the procedure.

If your child’s treatment includes:

• Crowns
• Extractions
• Root canals

Then some mild postoperative discomfort is to be expected. In these cases, we may recommend over-the-counter NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as:

• Motrin
• Tylenol

In the event that we anticipate more obvious discomfort after a procedure, the dentist will proactively prescribe pain medication for the patient.

Read these for instructions, and what to expect if your child has:

• Fractured permanent front teeth
• Injured primary incisors

Written By: Dr. Ngo