{"id":3154,"date":"2020-06-24T20:33:40","date_gmt":"2020-06-24T20:33:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/?p=3154"},"modified":"2021-08-17T14:41:21","modified_gmt":"2021-08-17T14:41:21","slug":"dentist-in-richardson-talks-dental-safety-during-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/2020\/06\/24\/dentist-in-richardson-talks-dental-safety-during-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways Your Dental Team Is Preparing For Your Visit During COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Dentist_in_Richardson_wearing_PPE__.jpg\" alt=\"Dentist in Richardson wearing PPE \" class=\"wp-image-3155\" width=\"288\" height=\"193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Dentist_in_Richardson_wearing_PPE__.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Dentist_in_Richardson_wearing_PPE__-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Dentist_in_Richardson_wearing_PPE__-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 288px) 100vw, 288px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>People are starting to transition out of quarantine, but\nthe fight against COVID-19 is far from over. In addition to washing your hands\nfrequently, practicing social distancing, and wearing a mask, it is important\nthat you follow infection control guidelines. However, what about situations\nwhere you have to be close to others? Will your routine dental checkup and\ncleaning become too risky? Here are six ways your dentist in Richardson is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/advanced-safety-protocol-dentistry.html\">preparing for your\nvisit<\/a> during the current pandemic:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contactless Greetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot has happened since your last visit. While your first\ninstinct may be to offer a warm handshake or friendly hug, contactless greetings\nare the way to go during a pandemic. Instead, opt for a casual elbow bump or an\nenthusiastic wave to say hello.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pre-Appointment Protocol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To prevent viruses from entering the office, dentists are\nimplementing infection control practices before patients enter the treatment\nroom. These pre-appointment protocols include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>A\npre-screening questionnaire to assess your health and look for any red flags.<\/li><li>No-touch\ntemperature checks upon arrival.<\/li><li>Rinsing\nwith an anti-microbial solution to reduce bacteria. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sequenced Patient Scheduling <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To control the foot traffic in the office and allow for\nextensive sanitation practices to be followed, dentists have implemented\nsequenced patient scheduling. With this new procedure, dentists are spacing out\nappointments to allow for thorough cleanings between each visit.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advanced Staff Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even before COVID-19, dentists and their staff were\nrequired to be experts in infection control best practices. However, their\noffice is providing additional training to incorporate guidelines set forth by\nthe Centers for Disease Control and the Occupational Health and Safety\nAdministration (i.e., physical distancing guidelines, new disinfectant\nprocedures, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enforcing Social Distancing <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you and your dentist will inevitably come within\n6-feet of each other during your visit, they are enforcing social distancing in\nvirtually every other area of their office by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Offering\nvirtual waiting rooms.<\/li><li>Re-designing\nphysical waiting rooms with ample space between each seat.<\/li><li>Expanding\npatient appointments to reduce foot traffic and limit the number of times you\nleave your house. <\/li><li>Posting\none-way traffic signs to make 6-foot spacing a practical reality. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Personal Protective Equipment <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a pandemic, daily exposure to blood and saliva make your\ndental team\u2019s work environment high-risk. Therefore, the Centers for Disease\nControl and Prevention and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration\nare recommending that dentists wear face shields, protective coats that are\ndisposable, goggles, and shoe coverings.&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although these measures may seem extensive, your dentist\nis happy to implement them at their office to ensure the safety of both you and\ntheir team! With these protocols in place, you can move forward with essential\ndental care without putting you at risk of infection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Known for his expertise, Dr. Mirsepasi obtained his\nGraduate Prosthodontic Specialty Certificate and a Master of Science in\nDentistry from the University of Medicine and Dentistry in New Jersey. He\ncontinues to stay up-to-date on the latest technological developments through\nseveral continuing education courses that cover each facet of dentistry. If you\nwould like information on additional steps he is taking to ensure your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/advanced-safety-protocol-dentistry.html\">safety during\nCOVID-19<\/a>, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or\ngive him a call at <strong>972-231-5744<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>People are starting to transition out of quarantine, but the fight against COVID-19 is far from over. In addition to washing your hands frequently, practicing social distancing, and wearing a mask, it is important that you follow infection control guidelines. However, what about situations where you have to be close to others? 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