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Regarding teeth hand scaling
Sir I have completed my teeth hand scaling yesterday . A lot of blood come out in this process . I am concerned about that metal cut cause tetnaus . Whether I have to take tetnaus injection or not
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The instruments that we use are all sterilised,no need for tetanus antidote
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but prevention is better,you can go for it
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maintain oral hygiene
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There is no need for any Tetanus injection after the procedure of scaling and polishing. the bleeding is very normal as the gums are lose after the removal of the hard deposits, and will take time to adapt to the teeth surface. keep doing gum massage and warm saline wash for 15 days . please follow up a dentist if bleeding continues. Regards
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If instruments are properly sterilised then no problem.
Whenever you go for dental treatment always look for clinics where proper sterilisation and treatment is done in hygienic conditions.
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Hello
Bleeding is very common during scaling
Nothing to worry about tetanus as every instrument will be sterilized and used and they don’t cause any harm
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Hello sir,
During scaling, Bleeding is common due to the calculus or deposits present below the gums.
The scaler tips used will be sterilized after each case so there shouldn't be any fear pf infection here
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Follow proper oral hygiene measures and routine dental check-up as instructed by your dentist
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Tetanus injection is not required unless scaling was done under unhygienic conditions. Cause of bleeding gums need to be verified. In clinic consultation for proper diagnosis.
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Use stolin gum astringent. Apply and leave it for. 2-3 mins
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Use a soft brush for cleaning. And Omnident toothpaste.
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Hello!
It's normal to bleed during procedure when the gums are infected.
Tetnaus:No to worry, sterilised instruments are used for the procedure.
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
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There is nothing to worry. It is a safe procedure. Mild bleeding after a dental cleaning is common.
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Dr. Lahari Sreekanth
Dentist
7 yrs exp
Tirupati
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Dentists in practice follows sterilization protocols thoroughly.
Blood loss in the usual amounts is not likely a worry.
Tetanus injection following a regular scaling procedure is not usually prescribed.
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