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  1. Effect of dental treatment before cardiac valve surgery

    The purpose of this systematic review was to determine the potential effect of dental treatment before cardiac valve surgery (CVS) or left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation on morbidity and …

  2. Does a patient with mitral valve repair require prophylactic ...

    Oct 1, 2025 · Yes, patients with mitral valve repair require antibiotic prophylaxis prior to dental procedures that involve manipulation of gingival tissue, manipulation of the periapical region of teeth, …

  3. 2020 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Management of Patients With …

    Dec 17, 2020 · A mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair is of benefit to patients with severely symptomatic primary mitral regurgitation who are at high or prohibitive risk for surgery, as well as to a …

  4. Dental Management Considerations for Patients with Cardiovascular ...

    Based on the cardiac condition, an appropriate modification in dental care is crucial. A multidisciplinary approach including the patient’s cardiologist can potentially reduce complications and improve dental …

  5. Perioperative dental screening and treatment in patients undergoing ...

    Jun 4, 2019 · The guidelines of the American Heart Association state the following: “a careful preoperative dental evaluation is recommended so that required dental treatment may be completed …

  6. Necessity of dental restoration before heart valve ... - Springer

    Nov 10, 2025 · This study aimed to assess the dental status of patients referred for preoperative dental evaluation prior to heart valve replacement, to analyze the consultation process, and to determine …

  7. Prevalence of periodontitis and optimal timing of dental treatment in ...

    May 1, 2011 · We therefore investigated the prevalence and risk factors of advanced periodontitis in patients undergoing elective heart valve surgery, and whether preoperative treatment for …

  8. Understanding Your Heart Valve Treatment Options

    May 30, 2024 · People who have damaged, repaired or replaced heart valves are at increased risk for developing an infection of the valve, known as infective endocarditis. Is it true that dental work can …

  9. In this study, we review the dental management strategy for patients who require valve surgery, including time required for dental prepara-tion; the severity of the patients underlying cardiac …

  10. What antibiotic should you take? The American Heart Association and the American Dental Association have agreed on the following regimen for single dosing 30-60 minutes before dental procedures: