I had a mitral valve replacement in Nov 2018 and on the six week appointment with surgeon he reccomended to take antibiotics before going to the dentist even just for an hygienist appointment.
I asked who will prescribed them and he said that my dentist will.
I am due for a routine hygienist appointment and I called the dentist clinic and explained all of the above.
They told me that unfortunately they will not be able to help unless they have a request in writing from the consultant.
Does anyone takes antibiotics before swing the hygienist or dentist?
If so what are the quantities and for how long?
I have amoxicillin at home in case the consultant doesn't get back to me asap.
I really don't want to lose the appointment with the hygienist as I could only have one in the next 3 month as it is a very busy clinic.
Thank you