Swelled up
Which antibiotic is considered the preferred?
amoxicillin
What toothpaste is prescribed by a dentist to someone who is at high risk for cavities?
Clinpro toothpaste or Prevident toothpaste
What is the dosage for amoxicillin?
500 mg 3x day for 1 week
What preventative or infection control drug does not require an Rx?
NONE
They all do!
I am a 16 year old boy. I can't be bothered with brushing my teeth, I'm playing the game!
6 months later...13 cavities were found at his dentist appt! What can be prescribed to help?
Clinpro or Prevident
Rx toothpaste
What must you warn women when prescribing antibiotics?
It can reduce the effectiveness of birth control while taking antibiotics
I have dry mouth and I am at risk for cavities...
Rx prevident gel for FL2 trays
How many ppm does prescription toothpaste have?
5,000ppm
Where do I purchase Clinpro toothpaste?
Need an Rx any pharmacy
Your patient arrives so swollen it looks like a golf ball is in their mouth! Doctor writes a script for Amoxicillin. Upon checking your patient out, you notice his chart says Penicillin allergy. What do you do?
Shred Rx
Print new one and explain to dentist- Clinda
Don't blame-just apologize to patient
What are you prescribed if you are allergic to amoxicillin?
Clindamycin
What is a risk of prolonged use of Peridex?
Darkening of the teeth
Black stains on teeth
What is the dosage for Peridex?
15 mL swish for 30 sec morning and night after brushing
What is Peridex used to treat?
Gingivitis
I had an implant placed and now I have to use this mouthwash BID for 2 weeks!
Peridex
You cannot use this drug if you have liver disease and you may experience heart palpitations.
Z-pak/Azithromycin
Why might a patient need a prescription for Flexeril?
Jaw pain from a high filling or crown, clenching, failure to wear a nightguard, or grinding
What is the dosage for Clindamycin?
4x day for 1 week
What is a pre med? When do patients take it?
Antibiotic Rx for a person with heart conditions or joint replacements
Must take prior to any dental appointment- including prophy's
Upon updating her medical records before her cleaning, you discover she had a knee replacement last month. She forgot to tell anyone about it, what do you do?
She needs a pre-med, cannot be seen. Risk of infections if chosen to do without.
When in doubt always ask dentist
All antibiotics have the risk of what 3 symptoms?
What can help?
Upset stomach
Diarrhea
Nausea
Take a probiotic
Explain to me the process and reason of FL2 trays.
Sodium Fluoride Gel
Thin ribbon in FL2 trays for 15 min before bed, no eating or drinking afterward
Cavity Prevention
Z-Pak dosage?
take 2 pills 1st day
1 pill each day 2-5
Flexeril dosage to treat what?
muscle pain/jaw pain
1 pill at night for 2-3 weeks
"I need help doc! You gave me this antibiotic and now it feels like my gums are falling off!!! I am terrified there are blisters everywhere!"
What happened to your patient?
Allergic reaction or symptomatic to Keflex. Stop Rx immediately.