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Fluoride in mouth after cleaning (bleeding mouth) can it cause an infection?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

No: The presence of Fluoride in your mouth cannot cause an infection. Bacteria and other pathogens cause infections. I recommend you discuss your concerns with the dentist who actually treated you.

Answered 3/4/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Definitely, no: Having professionally applied fluoride treatments after your dental cleaning and scaling, as well as using a fluoride rinse at home, not causing an infection and is also helpful to protecting your teeth from decay.

Answered 1/5/2019

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Nope: Topical fluoride does not contain pathogens. Discuss your concerns with your dentist.

Answered 2/6/2015

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