Pain Management: From Basics to Dental applications

Pain is one of the most commonly experienced symptoms in dentistry and as such is a major concern to the dentist. Pain is not a simple sensation but rather a complex neurobehavioural event involving at least two components. First is an individual’s discernment or perception of the stimulation of specialized nerve endings designed to transmit information concerning potential or actual tissue damage. This book covers the basics of dentofacial pain management.