What about a dentist with herpes, who is masked and uses caution during patient care?
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By mentioning the mask, I assume you mean oral herpes (not genital). There is no absolutely risk to you unless he somehow transfers the virus to you by direct contact. And he/she is not under obligation here to tell you of such things. \nFrom the other angle, do you think dentists stop treating patients because they have oral herpes? Or anything else they may not tell us or even KNOW themselves. Gee whiz, you might even have Hep C! That's why we have standard infection control procedures. We have more of a vested interest in protecting ourselves and staff from unknown patients than the other way around.
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no. it is not. herpes vesicles are painful and irritating. and it the process of disease they become ulcer like in center. there are lots of reasons for blisters and vesicles to appear in the mouth cavity and not all are related to sex or sexually transmitted diseasees. it can be due to some other infectious diseas , can be allergic reaction to some drugs or chemical you may be using, can be as a result of some irritants. i advise u to go and visit your doctor coz it is something which should be seen to be diagnosed.\n\nregarding the difference between the herpes of oral cavity and genitals, yes there is a difference. there are two types of herpes simplex virus , type 1, and type 2. \ntype1 is the oral one, and is usually is acquired in childhood.\ntype 2 is the genital one which is transmitted by sexual contact usually.although due to different sexual behaviors can also appear in oral cavity, the signs and symptoms of both types are almost similar including pain and irritability,decreased appetite due to pain in oral cavity and ..... and diagnosis is by culture of virus.\ni hope it gives you enough information.im a medical student.
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NO! \n\nHIV patients have the right to their confidentiality just like the rest of us do. always use a condom and be careful
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Sorry, pal.  Herpes is a virus and its yours for life.  Fortunately it spends part of its time sleeping.  But you never know when it's going to wake up.
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I don't know how to cover them up but one thing that can help you deal with them is LYSINE.  Lysine helps suppress viruses which is what herpes simplex or cold sores are.  Stress and poor diet can bring those on, as I"m sure your aware of!   So keep an eye on stress and check out LYSINE online if you need more info.  There are also LYSINE balms you can put on your lip to help it heal faster.  Good luck!
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Don't let these people freak you out with the herpes virus.\n\nTons of people have some form of it, and a sore on your toungue/cold sore/etc. ARE varieties of it. Don't worry, it will go away on it's own. \n\nIt's mostly common in children. Just give it time and let it go away on it's own. Everyone gets them from time to time.
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I'm sorry, but I must disagree with the post above me.  Leaving dentures or partials in overnight is NOT healthy to the gum tissues & bone!!!  You need to give them time to "breath".  I've yet met a dental professional who wanted their patients to wear their denture of partial overnight.  Now, on to your questions.  I'm a little unclear about what you are asking.  Did he have some teeth taken out & they placed a denture right away?  If so, expect for him to be a little sore; this is normal.  Once he's taken it out, he needs to brush it with a denture brush (a toothbrush will work fine as well) and then soak it in water overnight.  Let him know, that sore spots are very common with a new denture & they are usually VERY easy to adjust at the dental office.  I hope this answers your question.  Good luck!
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herpes/ cold sores in mouth or on the outside of his/her mouth. Does she know you should probably let them know before an outbreak!
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1. oral herpes Picture\n\n2. impetigo picture.\n\nhere are the sites for the picture, have a look at them.
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Unfortunately, the herpes virus lives in the skin at all times.  The chances of contracting the virus increases if sores are present, but there is still a chance when there are no sores.  \n\nhttp://www.webmd.com/hw/skin_and_beauty/hw31979.asp
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Look for a dentist that offers anasthesia...some are now putting patients to sleep while doing dental work
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if she is undergoing a general anesthetic then that is a risk factor but that is a rare occurnce. think about this - people still die of dental abcesses in the united states because they let them go untreated. weigh the alternatives...getting her teeth cared for outweighs the danger
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In the case of herpes, venereal warts, and the human papillomavirus [HPV], chances are you can, as these often infect the genitals and the mouth simultaneously in most instances. For other STD's [HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia], chances are slimmer, but it's still possible. You should always use a latex condom before any kind of sexual contact.
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By having close contact with an infected person. Mostly kissing.\n\n\nHerpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is usually associated with infections of the lips, mouth, and face. It is the most common herpes simplex virus and is usually acquired in childhood. HSV-1 often causes lesions inside the mouth such as cold sores (fever blisters) and is transmitted by contact with infected saliva. By adulthood, up to 90% of individuals will have antibodies to HSV-1.\n\nA finger infection, called herpetic whitlow, is another form of herpes infection. It usually affects health care providers who are exposured to oral secretions during procedures. Sometimes, young children contract the disease.
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They can.  Why do you think you have herpes?  If you want to IM me I am at the same addy as my name
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You can't,  if you sue it won't hurt the dentist unless he is small practice, hard working, and has never been sued.  If he volunteers to fix it for you he  probably has not been sued.   The ultra-rich dentist is not afraid of law suits, its not uncommon for them to be sued by one or two patients per year, They have good insurance and the rest of the honest hardworking dentist pay high premiums to support their legal defenses.  They take classes on how to make themselves bullet proof.  \n\nTheir poor work is a function of their aggressiveness.  They advertise themselve as "Top Docs" and "succsefull" and thus justify their litigation problems due to their success, not their poor dentistry.   \n\nHowever,  I would suggest that they are the exception, and not the norm.  Most dentist are hard working and really want the dentistry to last.  Have you tried talking to the dentist?  Try that.  See if he is willing to guarentee his work.  If the shotty work is your fault he will let you know.  Maybe your tongue is too big and he can't work around it. LOL.  I heard that one recently.  \n\nLook there is no reason for detnal work to be done that is bad.  Since you  can not determine on your own what is good or what is bad I would suggest contacting your local dental society and seeing if they have an arbitration process, called peer review.  This is the kindest, lowest cost thing you could do to get your concerns addressed.
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The herpes simplex virus (HSV) (also known as Cold Sore, Night Fever, or Fever Blister) is a virus that manifests itself in two common viral infections, each marked by painful, watery blisters in the skin or mucous membranes (such as the mouth or lips) or on the genitals. The disease is contagious, particularly during an outbreak, and is incurable with present technology. An infection on the lips is commonly known as a "cold sore" or "fever blister," though this should not be confused with a canker sore, which appears inside the mouth and is not caused by the herpes simplex virus.