With the legalization of marijuana in Canada I see more and more patients using it.
Whether you are vaping, smoking or using edibles you need to know these five things before your appointment.
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๐ฟ Stay safe & inform your dentist. If you consume cannabis before your dental appt it can affect the outcome of your procedure. Be sure to note it down on your medical history. .
๐ฟ Cannabis can alter the effects of medications and anesthetics needed for your appointment .
๐ฟ Using Cannabis can increase your risk of bleeding and cause complications for healing after your appointments. .
๐ฟ Cannabis effect varies. Various strains have different amounts of THC and the amount of it in your system is determined by the strain and how it was consumed.
๐ฟ Plan ahead and avoid Cannabis before your appointment. Your dentist may need to re-schedule your appointment for another time for your safety. .
๐ฟDo you or anyone you know use Cannabis or Marijuana?๐ฟ
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