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Went to the dentist to get fillings as he was doing my teeth the thing he was drilling the tooth with fail on the ground he picked it up after a 2minute sprayed it and wiped it i said something to him and he said its fine should he have changed tool?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

From what you described, the handpiece he was using fell to the floor. As far as I am concerned, it became contaminated. Using another handpiece should not be an issue.

Answered 2/5/2023

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Not the best practice, but the drill and accessories were “wiped” with some type of cleansing agent. I think that you will be okay.

Answered 2/17/2023

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