Transplanted hearts are supersensitive to the effects of circulating catecholamines. This paper examines the haemodynamic effects of dental local anaesthetics containing 1:80,000 epinephrine ...

For the first time, a study indicates that the use of local anesthetic may affect tooth cell growth and the development of children's teeth. The study comes at a time when more children than ever ...

Reviews evidence with regard to anaesthetic selection in common medical conditions. Indicates current practice within the dental population. Emphasises the need for evidence-based practice. Objective ...

A topical mucoadhesive tablet containing the antidepressant amitriptyline significantly reduced pain from needle pricks in a small, randomized controlled clinical trial. The researchers said the ...

What's the maximum recommended dose for lidocaine or mepivacaine during dental procedures? The answer remains unclear as guidelines published by dental organizations differ from those of manufacturers ...

A fear of pain causes many people with dental phobias to avoid or delay needed treatment. In some cases, the injection of a numbing agent can be the most painful part of the visit. But with a new ...

Dental Dose is a twice-monthly video series featuring pharmacologist Tom Viola, RPh. In each episode, Viola shares bite-sized pieces of dental pharmacology news, facts, and myths. So far on Dental ...

Here are five key notes: 1. KOVANAZE is the first product developed by the Fort Collins, Colo.-based company St. Renatus. 2. Traditionally, the dental industry has used needle injected anesthetic.