Antibiotics In Endodontics:An Overview on Integral And Contemporary Aspects.

Dr.Deepashri Tekam; Dr.Chetana Makade; Dr. Pratima Shenoi

Volume : VIII, Issue : V, May - 2019

Antibiotics In Endodontics:An Overview on Integral And Contemporary Aspects.

Dr. Deepashri Tekam, Dr. Chetana Makade, Dr. Pratima Shenoi

Abstract :

Background: An antibiotic drug is defined as a substance produced by the microorganism, or a synthetic derivative of naturally occurring substances, that inhibit the growth or cause the death of other micro–organisms. For management of dental infection, dental practitioners usually prescribe antibiotics. However, inappropriate prescribing patterns of antibiotic has led to the development of antibiotic–resistant strain raising issue globally. Hence ,this narrative review aims to address the knowledge about the role of antibiotic in endodontics, when used systemically, prophylactically and as an intracanal medicament. Methodology: A web–based research on Pubmed, using Mesh term was performed and the data was synthesized using short listed relevant articles. Important cross–reference articles were also reviewed. Conclusion: This article presents a rational approach to the use of systemic and topical antibiotics in the endodontic practice