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If a dentist did not replace the dental tools with sterilized tools before the dentist drilled my tooth, can i get hepatitis c ? is it likely?
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Hep C: Yes if the tools/drills are not sterilized and had been used on a person with Hep C, the virus could be transferred to you. If you are concerned you should see your primary care physician and get tested.
Answered 2/25/2018
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