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Old 11-25-2013, 11:43 PM
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Originally Posted by maureenod View Post
Yes, I have to take 4 amoxicillin 1 hour before a cleaning once. Better safe than sorry. Infections are very dangerous and antibiotics should only be taken when needed.
Yes, I have also been told by my Ortho to take four amoxicillin an hour before having my teeth cleaned. I was told I have to do this for two years after surgery. I'm really not worried that taking four amoxicillin once every six months is going to build a resistance to antibiotics.
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