2024
DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics13040289
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Antibiotic Over-Prescription by Dentists in the Treatment of Apical Periodontitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Juan A. Méndez-Millán,
María León-López,
Jenifer Martín-González
et al.

Abstract: After pulp infection and necrosis, the passage of microbial antigens into the periapical space causes apical periodontitis (AP). Most of the clinical forms of AP can be managed without prescribing antibiotics, only with root canal treatment and abscess drainage or, where appropriate, tooth extraction. However, the scientific literature provides evidence of inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions by dentists in the management of apical disease. Objectives: The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was … Show more

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