THE NEW DENTAL ANTIBIOTIC GUIDELINES

Antibiotics in Dentistry: Prophylaxis, Stewardship & Appropriate Clinical Use​​

COURSE SUMMARY: 

Antibiotics have revolutionized healthcare, transforming once-deadly infections into treatable conditions. Yet, their overuse and misuse have led to alarming consequences, including antibiotic resistance, untreatable superbug infections, and a rise in antibiotic-associated Clostridium difficile infections. This live continuing education webinar is your opportunity to stay at the forefront of evidence-based care and antibiotic stewardship in dentistry.

Join us to explore the latest ADA Clinical Practice Guidelines on antibiotic use for odontogenic infections and gain clarity on when antibiotics are appropriate and when they’re not. Learn how to confidently manage complex scenarios such as antibiotic prophylaxis for patients with prosthetic joints, cardiac conditions, bone marrow transplants, and other medical concerns. This course will provide you with practical insights, including prescribing recommendations, sample prescriptions, and best practices for antibiotic use in procedures such as extractions, minor oral surgery, implant placement, and periodontal therapy.

​LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Master Clinical Guidelines: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the current Clinical Practice Guidelines for antibiotic prophylaxis and their application to odontogenic infections.

• Weigh Risks and Benefits: Understand the risks and benefits of antibiotic use, including the threats of antibiotic resistance and the dangers of C. difficile infections.

• Implement Stewardship Practices: Learn actionable strategies for incorporating antibiotic stewardship into your dental practice to safeguard patient health.

• Oral Bacteremia Insights: Understand the role of oral bacteremia in distant site infections and how antibiotic prophylaxis affects these outcomes.

• Prosthetic Joint & Endocarditis Knowledge: Delve into the biology and physiology of prosthetic joint infections and infective endocarditis to make informed decisions for your patients.

• Best Practices for Procedures: Review the best practices for antibiotic use in dental extractions, implant placement, periodontal root planing, and other procedures to ensure optimal care.

​By participating in this course, you’ll be empowered to provide safe, effective, and evidence-based care while minimizing the risks associated with antibiotic misuse. Join us and ensure your practice is aligned with the most current standards of care for antibiotic use in dentistry. Reserve your training today and learn at your own pace.​

​CREDITS: This continuing education activity is designated for 4 credits

DURATION: 4 hours

AGD PACE SUBJECT CODE:  134 Prescription Medication Management

MODE: Electronically Mediated | Recorded Lecture - On Demand continuing education webinar

SPEAKER:  Thomas M. Paumier, DDS  (Bio below)

COURSE FEE:  $165 USD. Registration include patient forms and sample prescriptions developed by Dr. Thomas M. Paumier, DDS. 

AUDIENCE: Dentists and Dental Hygienists

TECHNOLOGY REQUIRED:  Mobile device, laptop or desktop with internet connection | Google Chrome Browser

INSTRUCTIONS:  Dental CE Academy hosts all webinars using the ClickMeeting platform. Upon registration and payment you are sent a confirmation email from no-reply@clickmeeting.com with a link to view the recorded webinar. Be sure to check your spam/junk/promotions folders.

TRAINING MANUAL:  Distributed via email to all attendees upon registration. Contact support@dentalcenow.com with questions or call 888-964-3976, 9-5 pm PT, M - F. 

QUIZ FOR CE CREDIT VERIFICATION: Quiz will need to be completed to receive CE credit. Verification is sent to your email.

DISCLOSURE OF SPEAKER AND FACULTY COMMERCIAL RELATIONSHIPS: According to Dental CE Academy's  Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Policy, faculty and speakers for any course are expected to disclose any economic support, personal interests, or potential bias that may be perceived as creating a conflict related to the material being presented. Disclosure statements are printed in each course description and announced by moderators or individual speakers at the beginning of each presentation. This policy is intended to alert the audience to any potential bias or conflict so that participants may form their own judgments about the material being presented.

​CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE OF SPEAKER: This webinar receives no commercial support.

​DENTAL CE ACADEMY DISCLAIMER: The views expressed and opinions and materials presented during these live and recorded presentations represent the personal views and opinions of the individual speaker and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of Dental CE Academy or its parent company, Virtual Dontics®. Dental CE Academy assumes no responsibility for the content of the presentations made by the individual speakers. Any suggested protocols for treatment, materials, or services may be based upon the speaker's own clinical experience and should not be construed as Dental CE Academy recommended or endorsed. Selected presentations may include exploratory research or experimental procedures and are intended for informational purposes that may lead to interest and scientific breakthroughs in the fields of dentistry.    Dental CE Academy appreciates its educators who share their knowledge and expertise. This level of dedication to dentistry allows our profession to expand and thrive and provokes necessary discussion and understanding.