Comparative Analysis of Antibiotic Prescribing Patterns for Dental Infections: A Retrospective Study in a Dental Clinic

Abstract

This research aimed to analyze and contrast the antibiotic prescription trends that occur in dentistry offices. for the management of dental infections. To fill out the data, each dentist enrolled in the study was asked to record antibiotics prescribed for 6 -8 months and then the records were collected. Recorded dental prescriptions for antibiotics served as the study’s source population, and the list of patients who brought their prescription cards to the dental office within the allotted window of time (January 1 to December 31, 2015) served as its sampling frame. Using a statistical technique, After selecting patient record cards that included at least one antibiotic during the course of the investigation, the appropriate size of the sample was determined. The study employed a retrospective analysis of prescribing data from 10 private dental clinics, encompassing a sample of dental infection cases and corresponding antibiotic prescriptions. Data on the type and frequency of antibiotics and patient medical history and age were collected and analyzed. Descriptive statistics and statistical tests were used to examine the relationships between antibiotic prescribing patterns and patient factors. The results revealed significant associations between medical history, patient age, and antibiotic prescribing patterns. The findings highlight the need for personalized prescribing approaches based on patient factors, standardized clinical processes, and cost-effective antibiotic choices. Improving compliance with clinical guidelines can help optimize antibiotic use and enhance patient outcomes in dental practice.