Swiss dental journal
Guideline Antibiotics in oral surgery
Abstract
Antibiotics can be used in oral surgery. The effective benefits are offset by the dangers of resistance and sensitization, which requires a strict indication. There are controversial views regarding indication, dosage and, above all, duration and timing of antibiotic medication in oral surgery.
Source and rights
Published by Swiss dental journal, 2020. The guideline itself is at the source linked here.
Prognia summarises this guideline for reference and education. It is not medical advice. Always check the official guideline and current local protocols before acting on it.
At a glance
- Published
- 2020
- Applies to
- 🇪🇺 Europe
- Scope
- Regional
- Journal
- Swiss dental journal
- PubMed
- 33161695
- Added to Prognia
- 23 July 2026
