From a dental view point, what is the best antibiotic for facial cellulitis?

Dental help: The best therapy is that of proper dental therapy to address the source of the infection--not medication. In absence of immediate dental therapy or to assist in control of the infection, your dentist must choose an antibiotic appropriate to the site and most likely bacterial source. Obviously, you must seek counsel from your dentist first--asap when there is cellulitis.

The one that works..: ... And one that the patient is not allergic to. After a full medical history is taken, and the cause of the facial swelling is determined, a course of antibiotics appropriate for the problem will be prescribed.

Cellulitis Treatment: Several things need to be taken into account when treating a cellulitis. First, the patient's medical conditions. Second, allergies ; other medications. Third, identifying the source of the infection as well as it's location. Fourth, whether or not drainage is possible. Iv or im medication may be given rather than oral medication. Finally, we may culture the site in order to know which one to use.