Pharmacology is an essential area in the daily practice of dentistry, and knowledge of it will determine good practice in the treatment of many diseases.
This course reviews the main drugs used in dentistry, as well as their indications, classification, and when to use them in each case, including their contraindications and the special situations we may encounter.
Objectives
- Learn about the pharmacological and pharmacotechnical properties of the main drugs used in dental practice.
- To understand the classification of drugs such as antibiotics, corticosteroids, opioids, and sedatives, among others.
- To learn how to prescribe the appropriate drug in each case.
Directed to
- Dentists, stomatologists, and oral and maxillofacial surgeons.
- Healthcare professionals in general who are interested in learning about the types of drugs to be administered in a dental clinic and how to identify the most appropriate one for each case.
- University students in the field of oral health who are interested in developing their knowledge in this area.
