Management of antithrombotic therapy in patients undergoing dental . . . In this article, we review the current evidence for managing patients receiving oral antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs scheduled for various dental procedures and present a practical approach for the periprocedural management of antithrombotic treatments 1 Introduction
Oral Anticoagulant and Antiplatelet Medications and Dental Procedures No need to discontinue medication; use local measures to control bleeding Patients with Higher Risk of Bleeding Any suggested modification to the medication regimen prior to dental surgery should be done in consultation with and on advice of the patient’s physician
Management of dental patients receiving antiplatelet therapy or chronic . . . The perioperative management of patients treated with antithrombotic medications who undergo surgical procedures represents a common clinical problem Dental interventions are usually associated with a low risk of bleeding; however, the dental
Dental Anticoagulant Guidelines: 2026 Best Practice In the event of excessive bleeding during or after dental procedures, there are several measures that can be taken to control bleeding These include both mechanical methods and the use of local hemostatic agents
Do I need to hold my blood thinner (anticoagulant) for a tooth extraction? The evidence strongly supports continuing blood thinners during tooth extractions, with appropriate local hemostatic measures to control bleeding This approach minimizes the risk of serious thromboembolic events while maintaining a manageable bleeding risk