Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Dental Treatment in Patients with Immunodeficiency

Publication date: Available online 21 January 2019Source: The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In PracticeAuthor(s): Jacqueline Squire, Pamela J. Gardner, Niki M. Moutsopoulos, Jennifer W. LeidingAbstractRoutine antibacterial prophylaxis is recommended prior to dental procedures in select patient populations. Currently no guidelines are in place for routine prophylaxis prior to dental procedures in patients with primary immunodeficiency diseases (PIDD). We review risk factors and provide recommendations on routine dental care and antibacterial prophylaxis in patients with PIDD.
Source: The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice - Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research