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Dr. Sukhjivan K. Bhatti, D.D.S

Dentist | General Practice

Dr. Sukhjivan Bhatti is a Dentist practicing in Danbury, CT. Dr. Bhatti specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
18 years Experience
Dr. Sukhjivan K. Bhatti, D.D.S
  • Danbury, CT
  • NYU College of Dentistry
  • Accepting new patients

Will I need antibiotics for a tooth extraction?

Use of antibiotics just before or after extraction does reduce the risk of infection but also causes side effects. Risk of infection in healthy young people is very low and treatment READ MORE
Use of antibiotics just before or after extraction does reduce the risk of infection but also causes side effects. Risk of infection in healthy young people is very low and treatment is generally simple. People who are sick or have low immunity are at higher risk of infection and benefit from receiving antibiotics. Antibiotics given to healthy young people to prevent infection may lead to bacterial resistance and cause more harm than benefits