Antibiotics

[hopenow]

Hi All,

I am still somewhat in recovery with a lot of constant abdominal pain and various weird BMs despite last testing positive in November.

I have to have dental treatment, a filling and crown and I am sure he will tell me I need antibiotics. What do I do???

[AllisS]

You do not need antibiotics for a filling and a crown. I'd be surprised if any reputable dentist would actually suggest that. If my dentist tried to get me to take an antibiotic for such a procedure I'd find another dentist.

[roy]

I agree!
No dentist should suggest antibiotics for fillings, crowns, root canals or even extractions unless theres a valid reason for them.

[NanciT]

Very FEW dental procedures need antibioitcs. Post CDIFF I have had extractions, root canals, crowns etc. I went to see an endodontist for the root canals because there was infection involved. Fortunately, he felt I could get through the procedure and we watched closely after the procedure.
It's really important to explain to your dentist the illness you went through.

Good luck

NanciT

[hopenow]

Thank you for the advice all.

Luckily, the dentist despite a small infection did not feel the need for antibiotics which was a massive relief, as I would have declined them anyway.

[NanciT]

One thing I used was Periodox, its an antibacterial rinse and works great. You can check with your dentist

NanciT