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Got poked by mouth accidentally by dental explorer. dentist just saw patient about 30 seconds earlier. is there a chance of hiv transmission?

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No: There is no history of dental transfer of hiv, none. I'm sure your dentist practices universal precautions, and therefore you should be ok.

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 8/12/2016

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