A discussion of the common challenges presented by patients in acute pain and their solutions.

Topics covered include:

• The impact of pain in dentistry
• An overview of acute pain mechanisms
• An overview of local anaesthetia
• A review of commonly used analgesics
• What analgesics to use to control post-operative pain

On completion you will have updated your knowledge of the causes of acute pain pertinent to dentistry and understand the most suitable treatment options for your patients together with the evidence base.