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A member asked:

Accidental cut during by the drill under tonge in the dental office, im scared about hepatitis or aids..what are the chances?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Zero: There is no chance provided the dentist uses the proper sterilization procedures.

Answered 11/17/2013

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ACCIDENTAL: This occurs often. There is no need to be scared. Supposedly the instruments are free of viruses. Very unlikely you be infected!

Dr Khan agreed

Answered 5/23/2015

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