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Hello I have hiv phobia and today I have go for dental check up and doctor did scaling my problem is that I don't know he use sterilise tool or reused because before my torn one lady have done RCT ITHINK now what should I do
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The instruments used for scaling and root canal are different, and the instruments are only used after they are sterilized
The instruments are changed after each patient’s visit and the same instruments are not used again and again
So you need not worry about the hygiene issues
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Hii normally almost all dental clinics use sterilised and disposable equipments for every pt. Anyway root canal instruments and cleaning instruments are different. No need to worry about that.
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Next time when you visit a clinic, check for the sterilisation protocol they practice there and then go for treatment. So that you will be free of thoughts.
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It's normal to feel worried, but dental offices follow strict rules to keep everything clean and safe. Tools are either sterilized or disposed of after use, so the risk of catching anything, like HIV, is very low. If you're unsure, you can always ask the clinic about their cleaning practices. If you notice any unusual symptoms after your visit, contact your dentist. But overall, dental procedures are safe, and the chances of infection are minimal, so there is nothing to be worried.
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Dr. Pia Patel
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Chennai
Hi,
All instruments used for dental examination and procedures are sterilized after every patient. No instrument is reused before cleaning and sterilization.
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