Antibiotics: Page 7

Top 5 columns from fall 2017

By Tony Edwards

DrBicuspid.com takes a look back at the five most-read columns and practice management articles from fall 2017, as measured by page views. These columns focus on a wide variety of topics, from legal cases to teeth whitening to overprescription of antibiotics.

December 21, 2017

Top 5 news stories from fall 2017

By Tony Edwards

DrBicuspid.com takes a look back at the most-read news and clinical articles from fall 2017, as measured by page views. The most popular article was our coverage of the newly issued high blood pressure guidelines, followed by a report on antibiotic use by dentists.

December 21, 2017

Prophylaxis against overprescribing

By Tom Viola, RPh

The prophylactic use of antibiotics for preventing prosthetic joint replacement infection remains one of the most contested issues in dentistry. Pharmacist Tom Viola walks you through the clinical practice recommendations.

November 13, 2017

Week in Review: Dental Excellence Awards voting; plus antibiotics and financial engagement

By Tony Edwards

October 12, 2017

Antibiotic prescription by dentists linked to serious infection

By Lori Roniger

Antibiotics prescribed by dentists may be adding to the growing problem of Clostridium difficile infection, which can cause severe diarrhea and death. Researchers have found that many of these prescriptions are unnecessary or not recorded in medical charts, and they recommend improved awareness of prescribing guidelines and communication about prescriptions.

October 11, 2017

Antibiotic guidelines for everyday dentistry

By Theresa Pablos

Dentists are on the front line in the war against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, said Dr. Peter Jacobsen at the recent California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2017 meeting. Find out his guidelines for writing safe and effective antibiotic prescriptions.

August 30, 2017

Do antibiotics improve periodontitis treatment?

By Tony Edwards

What is the best treatment for your patients with severe, chronic periodontitis: subgingival debridement alone or debridement with a short course of antibiotics? A new study looked at three treatment options and found that a short course of antibiotics may help.

July 9, 2017

Are dentists following guidelines on antibiotics?

By Tony Edwards

Healthcare providers are being asked to use antibiotics less often to reduce the prevalence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, but are dentists getting the message? A new study found good and bad news when it comes to how dentists are using preventive antibiotics in patients at risk for infective endocarditis.

May 29, 2017

Do emergency departments overprescribe antibiotics?

By Theresa Pablos

A new review found that antibiotics don't help some types of dental pain commonly seen in emergency departments. The study authors urged professionals to consider antibiotics' risks and benefits before prescribing them.

October 17, 2016

Legal Cases: Brain abscess from alleged failure to treat perio disease

By William S. Spiegel and Marc R. Leffler, DDS

A 47-year-old photographer with periodontal disease and active purulent discharge experienced a seizure eight days after periodontal treatment. As William S. Spiegel and Dr. Marc R. Leffler document, what happened next is a reminder that all antibiotic situations have to be evaluated carefully.

June 20, 2016

Week in Review: Antibiotic prescriptions; digital integration; and Summerhays interview

By Tony Edwards

March 3, 2016

Legal Cases: Antibiotic-related colitis leading to death

By William S. Spiegel and Marc R. Leffler, DDS

In their latest column, William S. Spiegel and Dr. Marc R. Leffler present a complex case in which a patient died after a root canal and antibiotic prescription. The use of antibiotics in root canal therapy often generates considerable discussion. This tragic case will add to those discussions.

February 29, 2016

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