Antibiotic Premedication

Our bodies are home to bacteria which are common in our mouths, but which can be dangerous elsewhere. For some people, especially those who have chronic medical conditions, specific cardiac conditions, or whose immune systems are compromised, bacteria that spreads throughout the bloodstream and into the heart can lead to a serious bacterial infection called infective endocarditis.

Generally, premedication is advised if you have one of these risk factors:

  • A history of infective endocarditis
  • Certain congenital heart conditions (heart conditions present since birth)
  • An artificial heart valve
  • A heart transplant

The American Association of Endodontists extends recommendations to patients who have undergone joint replacement surgery within the past two years, suffer from Type I diabetes, or have immune deficiencies from diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or HIV; cancer patients whose immune systems are suppressed because of radiation or chemotherapy; people who have had organ transplants; and people with hemophilia.

For these patients, any dental procedure may cause bleeding, and prophylactic antibiotic administration is recommended as a preventive measure.

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Monday:

7:00 am-3:00 pm

Tuesday:

10:00 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

7:00 am-3:00 pm

Thursday:

12:00 pm-8:00 pm

Friday:

Open the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm for scheduled cleaning appointments only - DR. PATEL DOESN'T WORK ON FRIDAY

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

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  • "My family has been seeing Dr. Patel and her staff for several years. An absolutely fabulous dental practice. I very highly recommend it."
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    Mary M.
  • "I chose Bonnie Patel as a dentist based on the reviews and because she is affiliated with my insurance. I'm not disappointed! She is very professional, as well as her assistant. She take care of my teeth and fixed all the issues that my dentist made in France. The must: She takes time to explain everything. 5 stars also for the kindness and professionalism of the receptionist."
    Marie A.