Should you visit the dentist with a cold sore?
We are very sorry, but if you have a cold sore we are not able to treat you
All dental treatments should be deferred for patients with active lesions as the virus can spread during the procedure, placing both the patient and oral health professional at risk of possible infection or re-infection.
We recommend that you wait until the cold sore has completely healed before attending your appointment. Not only because there is a high risk of spreading the virus to other parts of your face but also because… READ MORE
