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Is a 3g sachet of amoxicillin correct for dental deep scale and polish with prosthetic material annuloplasty ring in mitral valve repair 1hr before?

Q: is a 3g sachet of amoxicillin correct for dental deep scale and polish with prosthetic material annuloplasty ring in mitral valve repair 1hr before?

ADA &amp; AHA recomend: 2g of Amoxicillin one hour prior to dental treatment for patients with prosthetic valves.

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ADA & AHA recomend: 2g of Amoxicillin one hour prior to dental treatment for patients with prosthetic valves.

Answered 10/9/2015

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Is a 3g sachet of amoxicillin correct for dental deep scale and polish with prosthetic material annuloplasty ring in mitral valve repair 1hr before?

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