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Will an orthodontic treatment expose you to staph/mrsa?

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Dr. Peter Karsant answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Not in my opinion: It is in the environment however the risk is so low in the dental environment i would say not in my opinion.

Answered 11/7/2012

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Dr. Donald Rollofson answered

Specializes in Dentistry

No: Orthodontist use universal precautions and sterilization procedures to ensure safety and cleanliness in their offices and avoid any cross contamination between patients.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Donald Rollofson answered

Specializes in Dentistry

No: Orthodontists use universal precautions and sterilization procedures to ensure safety and cleanliness in their offices and avoid any cross contamination between patients.

Answered 8/9/2018

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NO: Both of these bacteria are easily destroyed by universal sterilization procedures.

Answered 7/10/2014

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No: Orthodontists are required to maintain a biologically safe environment.

Answered 8/23/2013

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Not if...: Orthodontists must provide clinical care within the guidelines of infection control. Possible? Yes. Probable, no! be more wary of eating at a restaurant or a public swimming pool than your orthodontists office.

Answered 1/26/2015

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Preposterous: has never happened in the entire history of Orthodontic care.

Answered 11/21/2014

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