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I had my #2 molar removed about 5 hrs ago & sleep with a cpap (5-10) every night. i'm really worried about using it & hurting myself more... help?

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Dr. Rashed Hasan answered

CPAP: You shouldn't hurt yourself. Since it was five hours ago bleeding should be under control and there should be no issue using the CPAP

Dr Douglas agreed

Answered 10/15/2016

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Dr. Robert Douglas answered

Specializes in Orthodontics

Wait: Till all bleeding has stopped before you use the CPCP. Once a blood clot has formed in the extraction area, the CPAP won't hurt you.

Answered 7/24/2017

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A member asked:

I had my #2 molar removed about 5 hrs ago & sleep with a cpap (5-10) every night. i'm really worried about using it & hurting myself more... help?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Rashed Hasan answered

Dr Douglas agreed

Dr. Robert Douglas answered

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