HHT, Antibiotics, Dental Work – How to determine if you need prophylactic antibiotics before any “dirty” procedure. With HHT, the concern is that bacteria can get into the blood stream and pass through the lungs which can then place infection anywhere within the body. Read this article to determine is you need to take antibiotics…

Dr. Justin McWilliams, Co-Director of the HHT Center of Excellence at the University of California Los Angeles, highlights the recommended screening and treatment guidelines that should follow an HHT diagnosis. Dr. McWilliams discusses the need for precautionary measures, like prophylactic antibiotics and IV filters, as well as links between HHT and other medical conditions. In…

The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Authors: P. Corre, C. Perret, B. Isidor, and R. H. Khonsari. This article can be purchased directly from the publisher. Click to view the article description and purchase options.

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene. Author: Sherri M. Lukes, RDH, MS, FAADH. This article is available for public use and does not require purchase. Click to view the full article.