At a glance
- Patients with dental pain and intraoral swelling should undergo definitive, conservative dental treatment (DCDT) and, if needed, use over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
- Share these materials with your colleagues to avoid unnecessary antibiotic prescribing for dental pain and swelling.
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- Remember to use #BeAntibioticsAware in social media posts.
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This fact sheet shows guidelines for treating patients with dental pain and swelling.
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National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)
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