03/09/2026
Significant changes have been made to the advice given to dentists on the prevention of infective endocarditis (IE).
It is now recommended to give antibiotic prophylaxis (AP) to all high-risk patients undergoing extractions and oral surgery procedures.
The updated guidance will impact your practice, so awareness throughout the dental team is essential.
Find out more about this recommendation and other changes in the BDJ's comprehensive guideline: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41415-026-0005-0?utm_campaign=bdj-bda&utm_medium=bda-social&utm_source=social