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Got a dental implant yesterday. my dentist told me not to spit for a whole day, and on the following day gargle with salt water twice a day. true?
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Very little: It is very rare less than 5% chance to developing a problem on an implant, just follow the recommendation of your dentist, and keep coming for your regular prophylaxis, cleaning...
Answered 10/13/2018
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