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    When Is a CBCT Scan Worth It? A Patient Guide to 3D Dental Treatment Planning

    ByDr Cindy Li, DDS

    A CBCT scan can give your dentist a 3D view of teeth, bone, roots, and nearby anatomy, but it is not a routine add-on for every visit. Learn when a cone beam CT scan may be helpful, how it differs from regular dental X-rays, and what questions to ask before agreeing to 3D treatment planning.

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    Tooth Extraction While on Blood Thinners: What Hamilton Patients Should Know Before Stopping Any Medication

    ByDr Cindy Li, DDS

    If you take warfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban, dabigatran, aspirin, clopidogrel, or a similar medicine, a tooth can often still be removed safely. The key is planning. Here is what Hamilton patients and families should know before an extraction, including why you should never stop a blood thinner on your own.

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    Do You Really Need Antibiotics After a Tooth Extraction or Oral Surgery?

    ByDr Cindy Li, DDS

    Many patients expect antibiotics after wisdom tooth removal or other oral surgery, but routine use is not recommended for most healthy individuals. Here is what the evidence and Canadian guidance say about when antibiotics are helpful, when they are not, and how to spot warning signs during healing.

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