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Do i need antibiotics for a dental cleaning after a stent is placed?
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Yes take the meds: If you have recently had a stent placed the american heart association recommends that you have antibiotic cover during dental treatments, including cleanings. If you are not allergic to amoxicillin, this is the drug of choice. Take two grams one hour before treatment ( usually 4 x 500mg tablets ) you can read about the rationale on this link:http://c1-preview.Prosites.Com/61298/wy/docs/prophylaxi.
Answered 12/11/2018
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AHA/ADA say nope: Check out this page at the american dental association for the answer. It also links to the american heart association opinion on the matter http://www.Ada.Org/sections/professionalresources/pdfs/infective_endocarditis_faq.Pdf.
Answered 12/5/2018
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Not recommended.: According to the American Heart Association, antibiotic prophylaxis after stent placement is not recommended.
Answered 4/17/2019
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