Which pill works best for dental implant pain? study finds out

NCT ID NCT02763059

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tested whether ibuprofen or dexamethasone works better to prevent pain after getting a dental implant. 132 adults received one of the two medicines or a placebo before surgery. Researchers measured pain levels for several days after the procedure to see which option provided the most relief.

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