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Original answer about antibiotic indications

Many dentists prescribe antibiotics for every lesion, swelling or severe pain. Is that not wrong?

Translated version of the Turkish original

Indications for antibiotic use in endodontics include fever, lymphadenopathy, malaise and diffuse abscess. Unfortunately, antibiotics may also be chosen unnecessarily because of an overly cautious approach.

Author of the original answer: Doç. Dr. İsmail Davut Çapar

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