Summary:
In controlled type 2 diabetics undergoing single simple dental extractions, amoxicillin did not show a significant improvement in alveolar osteitis prevention, infection reduction, or healing delay compared to placebo. The study suggests that antibiotics are unnecessary in these cases.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Adults with type 2 diabetes under good glycemic control undergoing single simple dental extractions. |
| Intervention | A 7-day course of amoxicillin administered post-extraction. |
| Comparison | Placebo tablets administered post-extraction for the same duration. |
| Outcome | No significant differences in rates of alveolar osteitis, infection, or delayed healing between the amoxicillin and placebo groups. The findings suggest antibiotics do not add benefit for routine, simple dental extractions in type 2 diabetics. |
Source: Matias Garcia-Blanco, et al. “Randomized controlled trial comparing antibiotics to placebo for single simple dental extractions in diabetic patients.” Read article here.
