Would getting a filling be classed as an invasive dental treatment and needing antibiotics?

[GreenGiant91]

Hey all,

Just checking if it’s classed as invasive treatment for getting a filling? One of mine has came out and need to get it replaced tomorrow but I’m not sure if I would require antibiotics for this. I was under the impression it was for dental cleans, getting tooth out or root canals?

What’s the general thoughts on this?

 

[pellicle]

Hi

Just checking if it’s classed as invasive treatment for getting a filling?

Morning my dentists (and my) view

I was under the impression it was for dental cleans, getting tooth out or root canals?

that's also consistent with what I know.There is a nerve (therefore blood) in the center off the tooth, but that should not be exposed.

Good luck with the filling

 

[dick0236]

I would take the anti-biotic.......better safe than sorry.

 

[tommyboy14]

I am also in the UK. The dentists and general recommendations in the UK are out of line with international norm.

My cardiologists insists on antibiotic cover for everything dental, expect a checkup. He said that there has been a visible and statistically significant pickup in endocarditis since the recommendation for antibiotic cover was dropped.

I would insist on antibiotic cover for a filling. Too risky. Why take the risk? Better safe than sorry.

 

[GreenGiant91]

I would take the anti-biotic.......better safe than sorry.

I would insist on antibiotic cover for a filling. Too risky. Why take the risk? Better safe than sorry.

So I’m in the waiting room now and took my antibiotic an hour ago. I wasn’t sure if getting a filling would mean I need it but I didn’t want to take any chances.

Thanks all!

 

[tommyboy14]

great to hear