J Emerg Med
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Randomized Controlled Trial
The Effects of Dexamethasone on the Time to Pain Resolution in Dental Periapical Abscess.
Dental infections are frequently encountered in the emergency department (ED), with periapical abscesses being among the most painful. Traditional pain management strategies include local anesthetic injections, oral analgesics, and intravenous opioids. ⋯ Single-dose dexamethasone as adjunct to conventional medical management for pain caused by periapical abscess demonstrated a significant reduction in pain 12 h post treatment compared with placebo.