Infection control has always been a top priority for dental practices. Infection control processes are in place so that when you receive care, it is both comfortable and safe. The emphasis on this is now more prevalent than ever in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. We interviewed one of the nation’s top orthodontists and asked what dentists are doing to prevent COVID in their practices and how you can stay protected during your next dentist appointment.
The Powers That Be
“Despite the measures that dental practices already take to ensure staff and patients and kept safe, some are taking even further precautions to protect and establish a new normal,” says Dr. Dina Stappert, a board-certified orthodontist and owner of Roland Park Orthodontics in Baltimore, MD.
“Infection control recommendations that dental practices follow are made by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and by the American Dental Association (ADA) and following these recommendations is a great starting point for protecting staff, patients and visitors in a dental practice.” Dr. Stappert explained.
Beyond the Starting Point
“Given the current state of the world as it relates to the pandemic, those recommendations are just a starting point, and using technology and a consolidated effort between patients, doctors, and staff, we can all take extra steps to take care of each other.” We’ve outlined below some of the ways dental practices are going the extra mile and what you can do to help.
Patients – Doing your part
Doctors and Staff – Be Vigilant and go the extra mile
Where technology can help
Besides just isolating the patient treatment areas with physical barriers, there are technological advances available that can help purify any air circulation within the walls of dental practices. “Ionizing air purifiers and UV Light Disinfection is an affordable and environmentally friendly method for killing bacteria, mold, fungi, and viruses without the use of more chemicals,” says Dr. Stappert.
“It’s important that we take these extra steps now, these are quick and easy solutions that we can implement now that will have long-lasting effects on practices going forward.”
Media ContactCompany Name: Roland Park OrthodonticsContact Person: Dr. Dina StappertEmail: Send EmailPhone: (410) 296-4400City: BaltimoreState: MarylandCountry: United StatesWebsite: https://www.rolandparksmiles.com