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Systemic Antibiotics in the Effective Management of Periodontal Infections

Periodontal and Biofilm Diseases of the Mouth

 

Presented by: Thomas W. Nabors, DDS, FACD

Original Publication Date: February 19, 2014

Course Description:

There appears to be much confusion regarding the use of systemic antibiotics in managing periodontal infections. Questions arise at the clinical level, such as: Should I use a systemic antibiotic? If so, for which patient scenario? Which antibiotic should I use? And for how long? Finally, is the use of systemic antibiotics more beneficial for the patient than not using one based on perceived risks?

A necessary randomized controlled clinical trial that has recently been published will be reviewed, along with other data, to help answer these questions.

Learning Objectives:

  • Review the current literature of a randomized clinical trial to determine the advantages.
  • Identify ways to assist the clinician in determining which antibiotic(s) are most appropriate.
  • Identify when to use antibiotics and for how long.
  • Review current literature regarding chlorhexidine.