Since 1991, only three cases of dental infection in patients have been documented -- two with hepatitis B and one with HIV, according to the CDC.

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Since 1991, only three cases of dental infection in patients have been documented -- two with hepatitis B and one with HIV, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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The company sells medical and surgical supplies, skin infection prevention products, dental products and health information systems in this sector.

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Left untreated, what's termed "early dental caries" -- the first stage of tooth decay -- can destroy tiny teeth and lead to infection, pain, and lifelong consequences.

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