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A member asked:
What are the chances of getting endocarditis after a dental cleaning if you take amoxicillin beforehand and have a congenital heart condition?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Close to none..: If you are following the american heart association recommended premedication regiment , you are safe , make sure you follow up with your cardiologist periodically
Answered 1/16/2014
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Small risk: The risk of developing endocarditis after teeth cleaning is small. Congenital heart disease increases the risk. Factors that decrease the risk are, 1) keep your teeth and gums healthy between cleanings, 2) don't smoke, 3) get regular teeth cleanings. Antibiotics probably decrease the risk, but the most important factors are keeping your teeth and gums healthy.
Answered 1/17/2014
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