The Opioid Crisis: Appropriate Postoperative Analgesia Prescribing

The Opioid Crisis: Appropriate Postoperative Analgesia Prescribing is organized by University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Dentistry.

Release date: December 14, 2021
Review date: December 1, 2024
Expires: December 1, 2026

Description:
This interactive program looks at the appropriate prescribing of analgesics with a particular focus on the dental realm. Case studies will augment the delivery of key points and a problem-based learning approach is encouraged so that each participant’s questions are addressed.

Educational Objectives:

• Discuss the pathophysiology of pain as it relates to dentistry
• Understand the perfect analgesic recipe to keep (almost) all of your patients out of pain – first time, every time
• Describe the different types of analgesics available and how to match the right drug at the right dose for the right patient and the right procedure
• Review some of the latest data on analgesic combinations to include new information on local anesthesia
• Learn how to help make all of your appointments successful for you, your team and your patients