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My grandma have toothache,dentist can remove it cos she have cirrhosis?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Consultation: Have your grandmother's dentist consult with her physician regarding her medical condition and any medications she may be taking. All the best....

Answered 10/31/2016

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

A dentist can: While your grandmother may have increased bleeding risk as a cirrhotic, it doesn't mean that she can't have appropriate dental care.

Answered 10/31/2016

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Dr. Robert Douglas answered

Specializes in Orthodontics

Medical Clearance: With her physician's permission her dentist can remove the tooth.

Answered 11/2/2016

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Bleeding Concerns: A healthy liver is important for hemostasis and metabolizing the local anesthetic. A person having cirrhosis of the liver may potentially have excessive and/or prolonged bleeding, and may be more difficult to anesthetize with local anesthesia. Your grandmother's physician should be consulted before having the tooth removed.

Answered 11/1/2016

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