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2020-12-10 16:49:07
Hello, my father needs to get his tooth extracted. However, his neurologist has advised him against stopping blood thinner . Is it possible to safely extract his tooth without stopping blood thinning medicine. He is in real pain due to cavity.
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Get his INR checked . If it’s in the normal range then there is no need to stop the medication. Please never stop blood thinner for minor oral procedures . Local heamostatic measures will be sufficient to control bleeding after extraction of the INR is normal

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Blood thinning  medicines have to be stopped before extraction... It is mandatory.... otherwise after extraction patient may face more blood loss...

Answered2020-12-11 07:25:48

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Please consult with cardiologist for stopping the blood thinner.
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consult with his cardiologist
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do luke warm saline rinse 6-7 times daily

Answered2020-12-11 06:15:40

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