Returning to dental visits after lockdown

15 JUNE 2020
One of many many knock-on results attributable to COVID-19 has been the affect on oral well being. Particularly, visiting the dentist.
On 24 March, the coronavirus pandemic pressured all dental practices within the UK to shut, aside from plenty of emergency remedy stations.  For the subsequent 2 months and 15 days, hundreds of individuals had their appointments cancelled and coverings postponed.
This modified on 8 June, when dental practices in England got the inexperienced gentle to reopen their doorways.  
Similar to the retail sector, dental practices have wanted to adapt to their beforehand ‘regular’ day-to-day routine.  To assist them reopen safely, dental practices have been handed a collection of suggestions based mostly on the newest proof.
Any modifications have been made to make your expertise as protected and comfy as doable. Right here’s a abstract of what you would possibly anticipate…
Adjustments on arrival
Earlier than you go to your dentist, all dental practices might be contac…