Jan 5, 2022 · Recommendations for use of antibiotics before dental treatment for patients with certain heart conditions and those with joint replacements or orthopedic implants are discussed.

Background: 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 …

Sep 1, 2019 · The purpose of this systematic review was to determine the potential effects of dental procedures performed as presurgical preparation, in any setting, in adults (18 years or older) before …

Mar 30, 2025 · For patients awaiting mitral valve repair, it's recommended to inform your dentist about your upcoming cardiac surgery so they can prioritize necessary dental treatments.

Nov 1, 2024 · Learn 5 important facts about dental health and heart disease from Dr. Eric Kahn, a dentist and heart valve surgery patient.

Sep 12, 2017 · Abstract This study sought to review current guidelines and the most optimal dental management for patients undergoing cardiac valve surgery.

Dec 3, 2025 · The AATS 2025 Expert Consensus Document: Surgical Management of Mitral Annular Calcification Overview Register/Take course

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 …

Mitral valve replacement patients face a 15–20% higher risk of infective endocarditis compared to the general population. Oral bacteria like Streptococcus viridans can enter the bloodstream during …

We sought to assemble and evaluate the published evidence supporting the efficacy of specific types of dental care that are intended to reduce adverse event rates in patients who receive implanted …