Less likely: There are many types of strep, some of which (viridans for example) commonly colonize the mouth. Occasionally, particularly if there is a break in the skin or immune deficiency, infection can occur. It seems much more likely that a strep infection in the mouth after dental procedure is from bacteria already there than from poorly sterilized instruments.
Answered 6/24/2020
6.1k views
Yes: Strep and staph and other bacteria can be present on non sterile insets.
Answered 2/25/2013
5.4k views
Yes: Any type of bacteria can be present on non sterile instruments as well, as normally present in the mouth.
Answered 5/9/2019
5.3k views
Possible, but...: Considering the rigorous sterilization etc uniques employed by Dental offices today, the risk of cross contamination is extremely small as long as the sterilization chain remains intact. Greater risk that any bacteria based problems are from bacteria already inhabiting the host's mouth.
Answered 5/9/2019
180 views
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A doctor has provided 1 answer
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your question