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Wisdom teeth taken out today.. along with pain/antibiotic, was rx steroid pack. had steroid shot week ago. surgeon said to take regardless .this ok?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Surgeon's call: Your oral surgeon made the decision, even after you told him/her about your prior dose.

Answered 6/10/2016

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