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 …

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 …

Dec 17, 2020 · A mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair is of benefit to patients with severely symptomatic primary mitral regurgitation who are at high or prohibitive risk for surgery, as well as to a …

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 …

Sep 1, 2017 · Abstract This study sought to review current guidelines and the most optimal dental management for patients undergoing cardiac valve surgery.

Nov 10, 2025 · This study aimed to assess the dental status of patients referred for preoperative dental evaluation prior to heart valve replacement, to analyze the consultation process, and to determine …

Jun 8, 2024 · In patients requiring mitral valve surgery for primary MR, mitral valve repair is preferred over mitral valve replacement if the anatomic cause is a degenerative disease and a successful, …

Jun 2, 2025 · Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) and mitral valve (MV) surgery (both replacement and repair) are two approaches for managing patients with heart failure (HF) and …

What antibiotic should you take? The American Heart Association and the American Dental Association have agreed on the following regimen for single dosing 30-60 minutes before dental procedures:

Mitral valve replacement patients face a 15–20% higher risk of infective endocarditis compared to the general population. Oral bacteria like Streptococcus viridans can enter the bloodstream during …