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If a person had periodontitis / gum disease and gave oral sex can the receiver get infected. as there's no information on this on web?
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Periodontal disease: The bacteria that causes periodontal disease can be transferred during kissing or sharing utensils. While there will be an exchange of bacteria during oral sex,there are more serious diseases that can be transferred than periodontal disease. Please practice safe sex.
Answered 11/10/2019
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