PROTOCOLS FOR THE USE OF ANTIBIOTICS IN STOMATOLOGICAL SURGICAL PRACTICE

This article examines the clinical protocols for the use of antibiotics in dental surgical practice. It highlights the indications for prophylactic and therapeutic antibiotic administration, principles of rational drug selection, dosage, and duration of treatment. Special attention is given to the prevention of postoperative infections and the growing issue of antimicrobial resistance. The study emphasizes evidence-based approaches and the importance of antimicrobial stewardship in improving clinical outcomes and ensuring patient safety in stomatological surgery.