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I had a tooth extraction 2 weeks ago. after stitching, the doctor put a thin gauze on the stitches. i noticed a spot of blood on the gauze. it's possible that it is my blood but what is the danger of infection if it isn't?
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Dental Gauze: If you are concerned that the the gauze that was placed was contaminated, I would not worry. Gauze is used once then disposed.
Answered 9/18/2019
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