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When can I have my teeth professionally cleaned?

gigigirl14Apr 3, 2016
Just had rhinoplasty so I know I'm a long way out. But when in the future can I have my teeth professionally cleaned? I have a small mouth so I feel my whole face stretch out when the dentist is in there, can't imagine any time soon. Thanks in advance!

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Dr. Victor Chung, MD
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Answered on Apr 7, 2016
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Dr. Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation)
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Answered on Apr 5, 2016
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