“Why do you get antibiotics after a dental implant?”
I want to get a dental implant. I heard that you should take antibiotics after the surgery. Why do you get antibiotics after a dental implant?
7 Answers
Antibiotics are prescribed after a dental implant to prevent infection at the surgical site. The mouth naturally contains bacteria, and during implant placement, the gum is opened, increasing the risk of infection. Antibiotics help ensure successful healing and implant integration.
To prevent infection
Prevent potential infection.
Not all implant patients are prescribed antibiotics after they receive dental implants. Antibiotics are prescribed for specific reasons on a case-by-case basis. Generally, for a single tooth implant surgery, we don't routinely prescribe antibiotics. Ask Your implant surgeon, if you will require antibiotics for your implant surgery any why.
Dr. J Doundoulakis, prosthodontist, Greenwich CT
Dr. J Doundoulakis, prosthodontist, Greenwich CT
Getting antibiotics after dental implant treatment is a decision that the treating doctor should make in your best interest. Some patients require it while other might not.
Because it’s an invasive procedure with risks of infection like any open wound or surgery.
To prevent any infection from a foreign body... And faster healing.
Dr.Caroline DMD / Your Dental Spa
Dr.Caroline DMD / Your Dental Spa
