Tag: Infective Endocarditis
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American Heart Association Updated Prevention of Infective Endocarditis Guide
The American Heart Association has updated their recommendations regarding Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Infective Endocarditis. No changes have been made regarding which dental procedures need prophylactic coverage. Current Dental Procedures Requiring Antibiotic Prophylaxis: Manipulation of the gingival tissues– Any type of Dental Cleanings, gum surgeries, and even deeper fillings that approximate the gum tissue Manipulation of…
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Infective Endocarditis: Behind the Conditions
The guidelines for when to premedicate with antibiotics have been laid out and can be found on the American Dental Association’s website7. This post will cover some information on each condition that premedication is called upon for IE. We know that prophylactic premedication for Infective Endocarditis is warranted if a patient presents with any of…
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