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Hi my dentist says disinfecting the suction line that sucks saliva/blood out of your mouth from inside using a disinfecting solution is not needed is he correct ? in addition he said only need to change the tips thats all ?
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Your dentist is correct. You've posted multiple questions with these types of concerns. I can assure you that all precautions are being taken to keep you and every other patient safe. Don't fixate on an issue that doesn't exist.
Answered 10/6/2022
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