California Dental – Is the Dentist’s Office Safe?
Depending on the city you live in, as some cities and states reopen up, here is what you should know about dental care
All health care workers should follow certain safety guidelines. Your dentist and others working with them should wash their hands and sterilize tools. Some gear and needles are never reused. But your dentist’s office may do even more to prevent the spread of COVID-19, like:
- Disinfect all surfaces and tools more often
- Clean, replace, and cover tools between uses
- Wear more protective gear than usual
- Cover your mouth with a rubber dental dam
In addition they may also:
- Space out appointments
- Call you before your appointment to ask about your health
- Check your temperature and other symptoms
- Ask about your recent travel
- Tell you not to arrive early
- Ask you to limit the number of people you bring with you, such as children
- Have you wait outside until they’re ready for you
- Place waiting room chairs 6 feet apart for social distancing
- Get rid of common things people touch in the waiting room, such as toys and magazines.