Oral Infections
What antibiotics are NOT indicated for:
- Canine chronic ulcerative stomatitis
- Gingivitis/periodontitis
- Feline chronic gingivostomatitis
- Fractured teeth
- Tooth root abscess (unless facial cellutitis is evident)
- Dental procedures including tooth extractions
Consider 0.12% chlorhexidine mouthwash or gels/pastes
Osteomyelitis
(confirmed via histopathology):
- Amoxicillin/clavulanate
Treat for 4–6 weeks or as indicated by fresh tissue culture
Oral Swabs usually grow oral commensals: Culture Fresh Tissue
Facial cellulitis
- Amoxicillin/clavulanate
