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 morbidity and …

Based on the cardiac condition, an appropriate modification in dental care is crucial. A multidisciplinary approach including the patient’s cardiologist can potentially reduce complications and improve dental …

Sep 3, 2025 · The 2014 AHA/ACC guidelines and European Society of Cardiology guidelines have significantly changed the approach to antibiotic prophylaxis for patients with mitral valve prolapse …

Jun 4, 2019 · The guidelines of the American Heart Association state the following: “a careful preoperative dental evaluation is recommended so that required dental treatment may be completed …

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 …

May 30, 2024 · People who have damaged, repaired or replaced heart valves are at increased risk for developing an infection of the valve, known as infective endocarditis. Is it true that dental work can …

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 …

In 2007 the American Heart Association (AHA) released an updated set of guidelines regarding the use of antibiotics to prevent heart valve infection in patients undergoing procedures such as certain …

Jun 9, 2025 · The number and type of dental procedures and their complications were recorded, along with the number of appointments and the time required to achieve dental clearance for heart valve …

Jun 25, 2010 · Any significant loose teeth may harbor bacteria, which could infect a new heart valve. An elective teeth cleaning should also be delayed for about 12 weeks, in order for the valve to heal in …