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I had been planning Dental Implants prior to knee replacement last April. I am wondering if it's too risky now in case of infection? I have been told to take antibiotics an hour prior to any Dental Work but don't know if that would include Dental Implants? Anyone know if it's too risky? Thanks Nuala
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marilyn10235 nuala16574
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Hi Nuala
If you're in the USA you will probably be given AB cover. Over here however not so sure. We used to give AB cover to heart & heart valve problem patients. That changed a few years back when NICE decided in their infinite wisdom it was no longer needed!
Not sure about TKR patients, no one has mentioned it to me. First I hearts of it was on here. I will ask my boss, I work in a dental surgery, he'll know as he keeps up his training, if it's considered necessary he will know.
Watch this space. Will get back to you.
Marilyn
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marilyn10235
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Sorry another typo should have read First I heard of it.
Grrr! Dyslexic phone I'm afraid! Or sausage fingers!
M xx
nuala16574 marilyn10235
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Thanks for that Marilyn much appreciated. Live in Ireland so will need to check it out here. I'm always making typos but all is understood! Xx