Infective endocarditis is more likely to occur from bacteria entering the bloodstream as a result of daily activities than from a dental procedure.There is no evidence that antibiotic prophylaxis prior to a dental procedure will prevent infective endocarditis in those at risk for developing it.

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This information has led to a change in the guidelines and far fewer antibiotics are being prescribed to patients as a result.Daily activities are more likely to lead to infective endocarditis than a dental procedure.A comprehensive review of published studies found there was no compelling evidence in the medical and dental literature that antibiotic prophylaxis before a dental procedure would prevent infective endocarditis in those at risk for developing it.

Infective Endocarditis Is More Likely to Occur from Bacteria Entering