Antibiotic Prophylaxis and Premediation Explained

At a time when both dentistry and medicine are galloping ahead at break-neck speed, it is critical for the dental professional to understand developments in medicine that can critically impact care of their patients.

Part A: Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Valvular Heart Disease

In 2017, the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) updated their guidelines for managing patients with valvular disease. How do the updates affect you?

In Part A, you’ll learn to identify the patients best served and most likely to respond to antibiotic prophylaxis.

Part B: Practical Issues for Antibiotic Premedication

According to interactive polling, 90% of dentists cannot answer questions about antibiotic premedication correctly. Why?

In Part B, you’ll uncover hidden nuances in the administration of antibiotic premedication.

This is MODULE FOUR in a 13-module video lecture series, UCS Companion Video Series, developed and presented by Dr. Leslie Fang. 

This module is worth 1 Credit Hour. Receive significant savings when purchasing the full series.

Purchase of this course grants access for one year and requires an internet connection, computer with video and audio capabilities, and in some cases, Adobe Reader to view handouts and articles. 

Watch the video and complete the quiz to earn 1.5 CE credit.

Scientific support and additional resources are available here. 

You can download this course and watch it anywhere using the DOCS APP. Get it on Google Play or the Apple Store.

NOTE: Many dental boards require that a specified portion of your CE credits be via in-person attendance at live courses. Check your state's rules!