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I am using a prescribed mouth rinse for an infection. i need a cleaning of my teeth, its overdue. can i still have a cleaning? i am on an antibiotic.
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BEST T TIME FOR IT: If the infection is low grade than having a cleaning under antibiotics is the best situation because bacteria in the oral cavity are stirred up and being under antibiotics is your best protection.If high grade infection than best to wait till it's over.
Answered 3/6/2013
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Absolutely: Not problem at all. You should always get your cleanings done.
Answered 3/6/2013
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