{"id":11,"date":"2020-06-23T21:45:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-23T21:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myfrederickdentist.com\/blog\/?p=11"},"modified":"2020-07-01T21:46:18","modified_gmt":"2020-07-01T21:46:18","slug":"dentist-in-frederick-talks-dental-safety-during-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myfrederickdentist.com\/blog\/2020\/06\/23\/dentist-in-frederick-talks-dental-safety-during-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways Your Dentist Is Preparing For Your Visit During COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, nearly 50% of Americans feel fear around visiting the dentist. This already staggering number is expected to rise as patients schedule their first visit back since the stay-at-home orders were put in place. After all, is it safe to go to the dentist? What are they doing to ensure your safety? How can you practice social distancing in the treatment room?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, your dentist is an expert on infection control, and they are using their extensive experience and skills to ensure your next visit is safe. To help ease your concerns, your dentist in Frederick<\/a> is sharing four safety measures you can expect at your appointment during COVID-19<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Designated Safety Champion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In light of the current pandemic, each member of the team is undergoing additional training to enhance his or her knowledge and preparedness. However, dentists are taking this prevention tactic a step further by assigning a safety champion each day. In this position, one team member will be responsible for answering patients\u2019 questions, ensuring social distancing, and monitoring the practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Distancing Guidelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Both the CDC and the OHSA continue to reinforce the importance of maintaining a 6-foot distance. While you and your dentist will inevitably breach these guidelines, they are taking other measures to make social distancing a practical reality at your appointment. Some of these measures include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n