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Antibiotics

06/10/18

What are antibiotics?

Antibiotics work by killing bacteria or stopping them from multiplying. For example, antibiotics can kill bacteria by destroying crucial parts they need to survive, like their cell walls or DNA. Antibiotics can stop the growth of bacteria by preventing them from making certain proteins they need to multiply.

The most common antibiotics

Penicillin

Amoxicillin

Erythromycin

How antibiotics are used in dentistry

Prophylactic antibiotics are used in dentistry to prevent bacterial colonization The most common antibiotic prescribed by dental practitioners is penicillin in the form of amoxicillin, however many patients are hypersensitive to this particular antibiotic. Therefore, in the cases of allergies, erythromycin is used instead.

Negative effects

Positive effects

Benefits include: Ability to clear bacterial infections from the body Ease symptoms Speed up recovery Stop the spread of infection to others protect against infections and illnesses

Risks include: Allergic reactions Anaphylaxis resistance gained by frequent use abdominal pain other body discomfort

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