Use of analgesics to control oral pain

In orthodontics, the number of patients treated for pain problems associated with treatments is significant, which is a concern for patients and professionals in this branch. Analgesics have been widely used during orthodontic treatment with the aim of controlling pain based on different situations. The study carried out a review of the research developed on the subject, analyzing the different types of analgesics used, the mechanisms of action and their effectiveness, among other elements. From the extensive bibliography found through the use of Google Scholar and Pubmed, 11 were selected that met the requirements for the objective of the review and due to the level of update on the topic. After completing the study, it was concluded that paracetamol is the most suggested analgesic in the first instance due to its action on the central nervous system and less damage