Did you know that overuse of antibiotics in dentistry can lead to severe complications, including Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infections and antibiotic-resistant superbug infections? While antibiotics are lifesaving when used appropriately, their overuse can cause unintended harm, both for individual patients and the broader community. Patients develop antibiotic resistance every time they are exposed to antibiotics, making future treatments less effective. By educating both patients and practitioners about proper antibiotic use, we can prevent these risks. Join our Dental Antibiotic Stewardship Program to gain the knowledge and tools necessary for safer, evidence-based prescribing practices.
When Should Dentists Prescribe Antibiotics?
When prescribing antibiotics, dentists should be sure that the benefit outweighs the risk and that the antibiotics are being prescribed according to current guidelines and best practices. Much of the information clinicians may have learned in dental school or...
