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ORAL/DENTAL INFECTIONS
Suggested Treatment
Infection/ Condition Comments
Preferred Alternative
Infections of the teeth and supporting structures
Reversible/ Irreversible pulpitis Systemic antibiotic use not
recommended
Localised dentoalveolar abscess Systemic antibiotic use not
recommended
If patient medically compromised
Amoxicillin 500mg PO q8h
PLUS/MINUS
Metronidazole 400mg PO q8h
Dry socket Systemic antibiotic use not Socket debridement with irrigation
recommended socket with
0.2% Aqueous chlorhexidine
If patient medically compromised gluconate mouthwash
Metronidazole 400mg PO q8h
OR
Normal saline
Localised pericoronitis Systemic antibiotic use not
recommended
If patient medically compromised
Metronidazole 400mg PO q8h
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