Antibiotic Aftershocks

In a series of stories, CIDRAP News is investigating why inappropriate antibiotic prescribing remains common in dentistry, as well as steps that policy makers and consumers can take to reduce the risk of harm.

Part 1

Dentists still write millions of prescriptions a year for an antibiotic with life-threatening risks (Feb 24, 2026)

Part 2

Curbing overuse of dental antibiotics proves daunting (Feb 25, 2026)

Part 3

How to avoid inappropriate dental antibiotics (Feb 26, 2026)