Ask-a-Doc: How Long Will My New Replacement Joint Last?
Learn about the longevity of replacement joints and the likelihood of additional surgeries. Get insights from Dr. Keith Berend at JIS Orthopedics.
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Can I Visit My Dentist After Surgery?
Play Video about Visiting the dentist after spinal surgery in St. Clairsville, Ohio.
Transcript:
Hello, I’m Dr. Derek Snook.
As far as concerns with the dentist, there are no active concerns with patients who have had spinal surgery and had spinal implants and the risk of an infection when visiting their dentist.
Therefore, we do not recommend any antibiotic prophylaxis for patients who have had spine surgery, in particular spine fusion.
If you would like to know more about how your surgery will take place, contact us at JIS Orthopedics. Our specialists in New Albany and St. Clairsville, Ohio, can give you the answers you are looking for. Schedule a visit with us today!
Ask-a-Doc: Can I Get an Injection for My Back Pain?
Discover how injections can alleviate back pain and why they’re not always the definitive solution by Dr. Snook at JIS Orthopedics in New Albany, Ohio.
Ask-a-Doc: What About My Current Medications?
Discover crucial insights on managing your medications pre-surgery from Dr. Michael Morris at JIS Orthopedics. Learn what to stop, when, and what to take.
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