IV Antibiotics are one of the worst things you can do to yourself. I had IV Antibiotics administered a decade ago when I was hospitalized for cellulitis (long story, my own fault through self-abuse) and I believe that that is part of the reason my health eventually crashed as it did. IV Antibiotics kills off your beneficial flora in droves. Think oral antibiotics times 100.

Also, I don't understand why having a heart valve problem would require one to take large doses of antibiotics before surgery. Antibiotics are to ward off bacterial infections. Is it as some sort of preventative measure? What is the rationale?

Don't suppose you are seeing a holistic dental surgeon?

It is my understanding that conventional conservative dentists suggest strong Antibiotics before surgery if you have had any replacements or surgeries. On my own I researched this some for my former employer (I was her personal assistant). She religiously took strong Antibiotics before any dental work because she had had a hip replacement (she was a very wealthy VIP treated red carpet at Mayo) and she never had any problems after her dental work.

Another friend of my husband who had a hip replaced had very bad consequences for NOT Taking Antibiotics before his dental surgery. It put him in a wheel chair for the rest of his life!

I pray someone here knows of some powerful natural helps or what to take before and after antibiotics if that is what you decided you have to do.

You don't have much time to prepare yourself for your surgery - can it be rescheduled until you study this more? I always hate to find out better helps "after the fact".

I would ask experts here and your doctors if it would be ok to up antioxidants and take tons of garlic (a natural antibiotic) and perhaps a whole food based Vitamin C (like Pure Radiance C by The Synergy Company http://www.thesynergycompany.com/pure_radiance.html.


NOTE!
from http://livingnetwork.co.za/dentalnetwork/mercury-amalgam-removal/
#13. Do not take Vitamin C the day of dental procedures. Vitamin C by mouth will shorten the effect of the dental anesthetic to literally around 10 minutes- after that, it is Painsville. The IV form of Vitamin C does not do this for reasons unknown, but even 500 milligrams in the tablet form will detoxify the anesthetic adequately to let you feel the pain of drilling or surgery.


It would seem reasonable to me for you to keep up with the support of good flora.

Two really knowledgeable reps one at Whole Foods and one at a local health food both recommended Jarrow BRAND, 'Non-Dairy' SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII+MOS, MannanOligoSaccharides, a vegetarian probiotic supplement to me before and during a round of strong Amoxicillin I took for possible h pylori and Lyme.

I pray you have a successful and healthy procedure!

I found this online:

http://jada.ada.org/content/134/11/1543.full.pdf


Apparently they want you on Antibiotics in case any of the bacteria in your mouth enter your bloodstream. I can see the rationale behind it but it is an unfortunate situation. I agree with Grace in that it may be worth it to see if you can find a reputable holistic practitioner who may have a way to do it without Antibiotics .

Several years ago I was confronted with the same problem - teeth that needed repair and several extraction and a mitral valve stenosis. Since I have an intestinal problem I decided to defer treatment because of the microbial imblalnces the Antibiotics would cause. A year later I found out that Antibiotic treatment with dental procedures could be done without Antibiotic treatment tho it was still advised in some cases. My Dr. contacted the dentist and altho he was strongly opposed to not requiring the treatment she convinced him that in my case it was not necessary. I now have a note from my Dr. which I can show to dentists and avoid treatment.

However several years later one of my teeth became infected and was so painful that I took Antibiotics . Bad choice! It has taken me three difficult years and many remedies to heal my intestine. I did learn a lot about coping with tooth problems during that period. I suggest you read the section on dental care in Dr. Hulda Clark 's The Cure For All Diseases . For tooth pain I have used Clark's Zapper, mouth washes with hydrogen peroxide and modified Lugol's Iodine solution and tea bags. A Zapper used after extraction will kill any microorganisms that excape into the body. Using a food grade bleach solution just after surgery will seal the wound and help prevent a dry socket. Taking B vitamins will improve gum health. Taking zinc will strengthen your immune system. A Water Pik will keep food fragments out of decayed areas and help prevent infections.

Hope this helps.