Chemistry - Pharmacology Pharmacology

A patient has had a recent MF. They have come into your dental office with recent tooth pain. As a clinician, you know that they can not be prescribed aspirin for pain, because their MF event has happened within the past 4 months. After reviewing their x-rays, the patient was diagnosed with a periapical abscess. The dentist prescribed antibiotics to treat the abscess before treatment can begin. The dentist takes careful precautions to not over prescribe antibiotics or pain medication irresponsibly. From your text we know that the dentist must consider the following factors before making a decision to prescribing antibiotics :

The specific dental procedure being performed
the cardiac and medical condition of the patient
risk of bad outcomes for Effective endocarditis
the drug and the dose that may be needed.
Read the following article about the role that dentists play in combating antibiotic resistance. briefly summarize the article and provide your thoughts of how a dental hygienist can have a vital role in the reduction of antibiotic resistance. Respond in a paragraph that consists of at least eight sentences. Please make sure your responses are well written and are grammatically correct.

Full Answer Section

        This careful approach helps preserve the effectiveness of existing antibiotics and slows the development of resistance. Dental hygienists, as integral members of the dental team, can play a vital role in reducing antibiotic resistance. By promoting oral hygiene education and emphasizing preventive measures, they can help patients maintain good oral health and reduce the need for antibiotic treatment. Dental hygienists can also assist dentists in monitoring patients for signs of infection and advise on appropriate preventative measures. By collaborating with dentists and patients, hygienists can advocate for responsible antibiotic use and contribute significantly to the fight against antibiotic resistance.

Sample Answer

      The article highlights the crucial role dentists play in mitigating antibiotic resistance, a growing global health threat. Antibiotic overuse and misuse in dentistry, as in other medical fields, contributes to the emergence of resistant bacteria, making infections harder to treat. The article emphasizes that dentists should only prescribe antibiotics when necessary, and when prescribed, choose the most appropriate antibiotic, the lowest effective dose, and the shortest duration possible.