Alternative & Integrative Medicine

Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Medical Sciences, Ondo State, Nigeria

Publications

• Research Article   
  Challenges of Inappropriate Antibiotic Prescription in Dentistry and Threat of Antimicrobial Resistance in Developing Countries - Medicinal Plants to the Rescue
  Author(s): Onoriode Oyiborhoro*
  
  Studies have revealed that Dentists across the globe are widely involved in the inappropriate prescription of broad spectrum antibiotics, a practice that is believed to contribute significantly to the current problem of antimicrobial resistance. The factors responsible for the inappropriate prescription of antibiotics by Dentists vary from country to country but the aim of such prescriptions appears to be universal-prevention of possible post-operative infections and complications. In developing countries, Dentists face some unique challenges that make such inappropriate prescription of antibiotics almost inevitable. Some of such challenges include an epileptic power supply and lack of potable water, both of which facilitate the poor infection control practices prevalent in these countries. The invasive nature of minor procedures such as simple tooth.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2327-5162.2020.9.293

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