Caring for a cardiac pacemaker during a dental visit is essential to ensure patient safety.
Cardiac pacemakers are vital devices for people with heart problems as they help maintain a healthy heart rhythm.
Some dental equipment can affect the activity of a cardiac pacemaker.
The use of electrosurgical equipment may cause interference with the normal operation of pacemakers. Therefore, it is suggested to avoid its use.
Patients with cardiac pacemakers are at increased risk of bleeding and infection in the dental office.
It is important for people with cardiac pacemakers to know vital information about their device – such as the manufacturer, model, serial number, date of implantation, and mode of operation.