Abstract: Journal of Clinical Dentistry and Oral Care

Abstract:
We read with great interest the clinical updates in dentistry and wish to contribute with a timely discussion on the rapidly evolv ing landscape of medication prescription. The period of 2023-2025 has seen significant publications on PubMed that challenge long-standing practices, particularly concerning antimicrobial stewardship and postoperative pain management. This letter aims to synthesize these recent findings and advocate for an urgent update to our collective prescribing habits