Question

A 57-year-old with suspected endocarditis asks which dental procedures require prophylaxis given his prosthetic valve. Which is correct?

Accepted Answer

Dental procedures involving manipulation of gingival tissue require prophylaxis

Answer

Routine dental cleaning requires no prophylaxis

Answer

Only extractions require prophylaxis

Answer

Only if periodontitis is present

Answer

Only if patient is febrile

Practice question

A 57-year-old with suspected endocarditis asks which dental procedures require prophylaxis given his prosthetic valve. Which is correct?