I have a dentist appointment. Do I need to take antibiotics before my appointment?
Patients with orthopaedic total joint replacement require a course of antibiotics in
conjunction with any invasive dental procedures for a period of 2 years after the
procedure. If you are planning a dental procedure, please contact our office at (617)
638-5633 for a prescription for the proper antibiotic. Please download our Dental
Prophylaxis Protocol for more details for yourself and your dentist.
For patients that have not had total joint replacement, antibiotics are not required. This
includes patients who have had insertion of metal plates, screws, or rods. If your dentist
requires a doctor's note, please contact our office at (617) 638-5633 and we will gladly
fax a note to your dentist.
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