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My dentist spit in my mouth while talking over me. it was just a drop but gross enough. what are my chances of getting oral herpes? detailed answers.

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Very low: Unless the dentist had an active infection at the time your chances of getting any kind of illness from this incident is very, very low. That being said, I would switch dentists. Any time a dentist is talking "over" a patient they should be wearing a mask. This simple procedure protects both the patient and the dentist from unwanted exposure to germs when they are in each others personal space.

Answered 3/13/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Not likely: Cold sores (herpes) are only contagious when you can see a blister.

Answered 3/21/2015

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