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Iodized salf for rinsing extractions, does this work?

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Dr. Stephen Tsoucaris answered

Yes: Dilute in water start rinsing the day after extraction to allow for clot formation.

Dr Jacobson and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/5/2014

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