Which of the Following Statements BEST Explains Why BOTH Facial

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements BEST explains why BOTH facial and dental infections can lead to serious complications for the patient?

• A) Antibiotics do NOT work well to combat facial and dental infections.
• B) Valves in the veins are mostly absent in the head and neck area.
• C) Both facial and dental infections have been found to be difficult to detect and treat early.
• D) Blood supply is based on a one-to-one relationship of blood vessel to muscle.

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