{"id":242,"date":"2020-05-04T13:23:16","date_gmt":"2020-05-04T13:23:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/?p=242"},"modified":"2020-05-12T13:24:58","modified_gmt":"2020-05-12T13:24:58","slug":"dental-offices-and-covid-19-how-theyre-preparing-for-patients-after-reopening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/04\/dental-offices-and-covid-19-how-theyre-preparing-for-patients-after-reopening\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Offices and COVID-19: How They\u2019re Preparing for Patients After Reopening"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_334521275__1589203322_83632.jpg\" alt=\"an image of facial masks, protective eyewear, and gloves\" class=\"wp-image-243\" width=\"310\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_334521275__1589203322_83632.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_334521275__1589203322_83632-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_334521275__1589203322_83632-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental offices have always been and will continue to be\none of the safest and cleanest places you will visit. Why? Because they are\ninstructed to abide by certain guidelines and procedures when it comes to\nsanitizing and disinfecting instruments, equipment, and surfaces. With COVID-19\nrequiring additional measures to be taken on behalf of dental teams across the\ncountry, find out what steps your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/covid-19-safety-protocol.html\">dentist<\/a>\nis implementing to ensure a healthy environment for everyone who visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Providing Additional Staff Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During a time when so many protocols and recommendations are\ncoming from national healthcare organizations, all staff members will be\ninformed, trained, and educated on updated regulations and policies. Your\ndental team will be well-versed on all updated guidelines to ensure all health\nand safety measures are top priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Selecting a \u201cSafety Champion\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One individual from the dental team will be designated at\nthe \u201cSafety Champion\u201d for the office each day. This person will be responsible\nfor ensuring social distancing is being practiced among patients and staff as\nwell as answering questions and addressing any concerns brought forth by\nindividuals in need of dental care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Performing Staff Temperature Checks and Screenings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure your dentist and dental team are ready to take\ncare of your smile, temperature checks and screenings for COVID-19 will be\nperformed daily. This includes using a no-contact thermometer as well as asking\nvarious questions to make sure everyone is healthy and symptom-free when they\narrive for work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ensuring Social Distancing is Practiced<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From rearranging the waiting area to removing magazines and\nself-serve beverage dispensers, the dental staff will work to reduce the risk\nof possible contamination by ensuring all patients are at least 6 feet apart\nwhen in the waiting area. It is important that you avoid bringing additional\nfamily members to your appointment, if possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Providing Antimicrobial Rinse Before Your Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only will you be asked to brush and floss your teeth\nbefore you arrive for your appointment, but your dentist will provide an\nantimicrobial mouthwash for you to use. This Oracare solution will allow you to\nrinse out your mouth for 60 seconds to minimize bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although these are only a few examples of what your\ndentist\u2019s office is implementing at this time, you are advised to contact your\ndental practice to discuss additional protocols you should be aware of. This\nwill not only give you additional peace of mind, but it will help you to feel\nmore confident about returning to your dentist for necessary care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author <\/strong><br>\nDr. Douglas Baldwin wants you to feel safe and comfortable when returning to\nhis office for dental work. Whether you need a regular checkup and cleaning or\nelective treatment, he and his team at Foundation Dental Solutions are taking\nadded precautions to keep everyone informed about changes and guidelines as it\npertains to staff-patient interaction. While the initial phase may present some\nchallenges, we believe the steps we\u2019re taking will decrease the chances of\ncontamination and the spread of COVID-19. To find out what we\u2019re doing to\nminimize risk, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/contact-us.html\">contact\nus<\/a> at <strong>(817) 478-4300<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental offices have always been and will continue to be one of the safest and cleanest places you will visit. Why? Because they are instructed to abide by certain guidelines and procedures when it comes to sanitizing and disinfecting instruments, equipment, and surfaces. 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