The Not-So-Routine Routine Dental Cleaning
The American Dental Association generally recommends that you get a routine checkup and dental cleaning from your dentist twice a year. At these regular visits, your dentist assesses your current oral
As COVID-19 cases start to decline across the nation—largely due to growing vaccine availability—more people feel hopeful about resuming their usual routines. But many people still wonder whether it’s safe to return to certain activities, including dental visits.
You’ll be relieved to know that throughout the pandemic, dental offices have been, and continue to be, one of the safest places you can go. And, whether you come to Newtown Dentistry for a pediatric dentist appointment, adult dental procedure, or orthodontic visit, you are in safe, experienced, and expert hands.
A national study revealed that the infection rate among dentists was less than one percent. This is thanks to the stringent guidelines dental offices follow: mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE) of dentists and team members, temperature checks, staggered appointments, and more.
Furthermore, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American Dental Association (ADA), and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) agree that routine dental care for children and adults is an essential service. Poor oral health can contribute to overall health problems, and regular dental visits encourage positive oral health care.
Although many adults and families appreciate the pandemic guidelines designed to keep everyone safe, some parents are still hesitant to schedule dental appointments for their children. For many, this is because of concerns about not being allowed in with their children during pediatric dental appointments.
At Newtown Dentistry, parents can request to join their children during visits, and we will make accommodations to ensure that happens whenever possible. We remain committed to keeping you all as safe as possible while also respecting your concerns and will continue to adjust accordingly.
In addition to our ongoing protocols to protect patients, dentists, and our team from the spread of COVID-19, we have implemented some additional processes to cater to our adult and pediatric dentistry patients. Take a look:
This air decontamination processor has been designed and tested for dental environments. The VK 401 controls the airflow in our office to disinfect breathing spaces, killing viruses and bacteria (including COVID-19), and neutralizes gases and allergens.
In addition to cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing all surface areas and touchpoints (including dental chairs, instruments, reception areas, bathrooms), a professional, vetted cleaning crew sprays and disinfects all high-touch surfaces every night.
As the ongoing champion of your child’s dental care, you shouldn’t have to wait in the car during visits. For this reason, we invite parents to come in and join their children during pediatric dentist appointments.
As we continue to adapt to the latest guidelines in health and safety mandated by the CDC, ADA, AAPD, and local state health departments, we maintain the unique aspects of our day-to-day offerings. Adults and families can still expect:
If you have any questions about safety, pediatric dentist visits, or adult dental appointments, call us any time at (215) 461-3562. Or, you can schedule your appointment now.
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May 3, 2021
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