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With BA, do I need to take antibiotic before body piercing or tattoo placement?

February 16, 2018
Asked By:SA3323 in Los Angeles, CA

1st BA surgery was 4 years ago. Two years later I had to remove and replace one implant due to capsular contracture after getting infection from dental treatment. Now I always take antibiotic before going to the dentist. Should I do the same when getting a new tattoo or ear piercing?

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February 20, 2018

Answer: Antibiotic use

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Answer: Antibiotic

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