Creating guidelines for managing acute dental pain without opioids
Evidence-based Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Acute Dental Pain: Development, Implementation, and Evaluation Using Data Analytics to Target An Implementation Strategy
This study is working on a new guide for dentists to help manage sudden tooth pain without using opioids, so patients can get safe and effective relief while reducing the risks that come with those stronger medications.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10174227 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a clinical practice guideline to manage acute dental pain using evidence-based alternatives to opioids. It aims to create a standardized approach for healthcare providers to follow, ensuring patients receive effective pain relief while minimizing the risks associated with opioid prescriptions. The project will also implement strategies to promote the adoption of these guidelines among dental care providers and evaluate their effectiveness in changing prescribing behaviors. Ultimately, the goal is to improve patient care and safety in dental practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing acute dental pain who are seeking treatment options that do not involve opioids.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have acute dental pain or those who are already receiving effective pain management may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with safer and more effective options for managing acute dental pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in developing and implementing clinical guidelines for pain management, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Polk, Deborah E — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Polk, Deborah E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.