Timothy Gocke, DDS[email protected]OpioidsThe role of opioid alternatives in oral surgeryPostsurgical pain is one of many common fears patients have before undergoing a surgical procedure. Opioids have been the primary prescribed pain medication after dental extractions, but there are too many being prescribed. Dr. Timothy Gocke explores some nonopioid alternatives for pain management, including an injectable option.February 26, 2017Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesTroubled dentist enters plea in fatal hit-and-run caseA dentist, who is also accused of participating in a drug deal near his dental office, entered a plea in relation to a 2023 fatal hit-and-run case.Dental HygieneOsteoporosis drug may help treat gum dehiscenceOral & Maxillofacial SurgeryIs your digital presence making or breaking you with TMD patients?Team ManagementRetirement plan discrimination tests and postponing dental retirementSponsor ContentJoin Us