Antimicrobials Flashcards
1
Q
When may local delivery antimicrobials be used in treating periodontitis?
A
Localised residual deep sites >5mm and BoP
Localised molar incisor periodontitis
Chronic recurrent periodontal abscesses
2
Q
When may systemic antibiotics be used to treat periodontitis?
A
Generalised stage 4 grade C <35years periodontitis - 7mm pocketing affecting 8 or more teeth. Amoxicillin 250mg tid 5-7 days AND Metronidazole 200mg tid 5-7 days
Acute ulcerative gingivitis - metronidazole 200mg tid 3-5 days
3
Q
When may chlorhexidine be used in the management of periodontitis?
A
Post Perio surgery
During active treatment
Significant gingival inflammation
