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While today’s dental treatments<\/a> are often painless, they can still leave your mouth slightly sore afterward. It wouldn\u2019t be odd to have (temporarily) sensitive teeth and gums once your procedure is over. Thankfully, you can use over-the-counter pain medications to manage your post-care aches. Your Montague dentist will even suggest some good ones to make the selection process easier. Just keep reading to learn about four great OTC pain medications to use after a dental treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Acetaminophen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019ve just had dental work, one pain \u201cmed\u201d that might suit you is acetaminophen. It\u2019s quite good at easing smile-related soreness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acetaminophen \u2013 better known by the brand name Tylenol \u2013 blocks your brain\u2019s pain signals and reduces fever. As such, patients can usually trust it to lessen (or even stop) mild to moderate dental discomfort. Just note that acetaminophen lacks anti-inflammatory effects, so it doesn\u2019t do much to prevent infections. It also shouldn\u2019t be used if you have liver disease or drink alcohol a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ibuprofen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another medicine worth considering is ibuprofen, which is sold under the brand names Advil and Motrin. Being time-tested and well-known, it could be just what you need to manage your mouth pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ibuprofen is an NSAID, or \u201cnonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.\u201d It thus reduces inflammation, swelling, and pain by inhibiting prostaglandins, the chemicals responsible for such symptoms. This effect makes ibuprofen especially helpful for throbbing toothaches and other post-dental care pain. However, the drug shouldn\u2019t be used by people with stomach ulcers, kidney disease, or severe asthma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aspirin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Also called Bayer or Bufferin, aspirin is a reliable and accessible painkiller. You\u2019d do well to give it serious thought as a potential aid for your ache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aspirin counts as an NSAID like ibuprofen, but it also has unique qualities. Besides reducing aches and inflammation, it has blood-thinning properties as well. That means aspirin can help prevent blood clots even as it treats mild dental pain. In exchange, though, it can increase the risk of bleeding; it also shouldn’t be placed directly on the gums or teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benzocaine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Benzocaine is the last (but certainly not least) medication we\u2019ll look at here. Sold under the names Orajel and Anbesol, it does a lot to relieve dental pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a topical anesthetic, benzocaine takes the form of gels, creams, and sprays applied directly to the painful spot. It quickly provides relief when used on one\u2019s teeth or gums, blocking the relevant pain signals to reduce discomfort. The drug should only be used sparingly, though; the user could otherwise experience irritation or allergic reactions. Benzocaine also mustn\u2019t be used by children under 2, as they might develop complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more details on over-the-counter pain medications, consult your dental provider. They\u2019ll gladly share what they know!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Montague Dental<\/a> is based in Montague, NJ. Led by Drs. Oshidar<\/a>, Roth<\/a>, and Crincoli<\/a>, our private practice offers excellent dentistry that can help any smile. With treatments that range from dental checkups and cosmetic work to lifelike replacement teeth, we proudly tailor your care to your needs. You can thus rest easy \u2013 our team has your grin\u2019s back! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us at our website<\/a> or by phone at (973)-293-3404<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

While today’s dental treatments are often painless, they can still leave your mouth slightly sore afterward. It wouldn\u2019t be odd to have (temporarily) sensitive teeth and gums once your procedure is over. Thankfully, you can use over-the-counter pain medications to manage your post-care aches. Your Montague dentist will even suggest some good ones to make […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-55","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n4 Over-the-Counter Pain Medications to Consider After Dental Care - Montague Dental Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"When you\u2019ve just had dental care, which over-the-counter pain medications would help you most? 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