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Can HIV Be Contracted Through Infected Needle?

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Posted on Fri, 27 Nov 2015
Question: I went to my dentist and had dental work done I'm worried about needles and contracting hiv from my dentist. Should I go and see a physiatrist about my fears would that help me
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Answered by Dr. Vivek Chail (20 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You will never get HIV after visiting the dentist

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX,
Thanks for writing in to us.

I have read through your query in detail.
Please find my observations below.

1. A dentist is careful in using disposable needles and sterilized equipment during any procedure. This is for the benefit of the patient and the dentist.

2. There is no need to worry about getting HIV infection after visiting the dentist. Please express your thoughts and have a discussion with the dentist for confirmation.

3. If doubt in your mind persists then you can take permission and watch as the dentist opens disposable needles and how clean instruments are used. For help you can consult a psychiatrist. A physiatrist is one dealing with nerve, muscle, and bone experts who treat injuries or illnesses that affect how you move and the psychiatrist is a doctor who treats conditions of the mind.

Hope your query is answered.
Please write back if you have any doubts.

Regards,
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Can HIV Be Contracted Through Infected Needle?

Brief Answer: You will never get HIV after visiting the dentist Detailed Answer: Hi XXXX, Thanks for writing in to us. I have read through your query in detail. Please find my observations below. 1. A dentist is careful in using disposable needles and sterilized equipment during any procedure. This is for the benefit of the patient and the dentist. 2. There is no need to worry about getting HIV infection after visiting the dentist. Please express your thoughts and have a discussion with the dentist for confirmation. 3. If doubt in your mind persists then you can take permission and watch as the dentist opens disposable needles and how clean instruments are used. For help you can consult a psychiatrist. A physiatrist is one dealing with nerve, muscle, and bone experts who treat injuries or illnesses that affect how you move and the psychiatrist is a doctor who treats conditions of the mind. Hope your query is answered. Please write back if you have any doubts. Regards,