Antimicrobial Agents in General Dentistry (OM105-0215) 2015

Systemic antibiotics, antifungal, and antiviral agents are employed in dentistry to treat and/or manage facial infections. This program will review and update oral health providers on the common antimicrobial agents employed in dentistry and focus on the pharmacology, adverse effects, and drug interactions of these agents. The presenter will compare different antibiotics and antimicrobial agents, discuss their appropriate use, indications, and contraindications.