Corticoesteroides y cirugía del tercer molar inferior. Revisión de la literatura

Abstract

The aim of this study is searching the available evidence with respect to the use, justification, side effects and efficacy of corticosteroids in reducing pain and swelling after the surgical extraction of impacted lower third molars. We want to investigate if steroidal anti-inflammatories prescription in addition to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), when compared with the exclusive administration of NSAID, is more effective improving, relieving or eradicating symptoms of swelling and pain after the extraction of the impacted lower third molar. We have utilize in this literature review the Medline database with the keywords "steroids" and "Third molars" or "wisdom molars" and "surgery". The search was also limited to humans, English and dental journals.