Adjunctive effect of systemic antimicrobials in periodontitis therapy: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

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Authors

Wim Teughels · KU Leuven

Magda Feres · Guarulhos University

Valèrie Oud · KU Leuven

Conchita Martín · Universidad Complutense de Madrid

Paula Matesanz · Universidad Complutense de Madrid

David Herrera · Universidad Complutense de Madrid

Abstract

The adjunctive use of systemic antimicrobials in periodontal therapy results in statistically significant benefits in clinical outcomes, with more frequent adverse events in test groups using systemic antimicrobials.

Topics & Keywords

Oral microbiology and periodontitis research Antibiotic Use and Resistance Dental Health and Care Utilization

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal Of Clinical Periodontology

Volume 47, Issue S22, pp. 257-281

DOI: 10.1111/jcpe.13264

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