COVID-19 Considerations in Dental Care
Samy Darwish
Abstract
COVID-19 is a disease that is causing uncertainty with the provision of dental services. The situation is rapidly changing and dentists remain unsure on how to change practices accordingly. Formal guidance remains sparse at the time of writing, so this paper presents matters within the practice of dentistry to be considered, as we adapt to the rapidly-changing need. CPD/Clinical Relevance: Dentists are unsure what to do and where to look for guidance during this worrying pandemic situation. A structured presentation of matters arising within the practice of dentistry is required for consideration in order to maximize the safety of patients and members of the dental team.
Topics & Concepts
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)Dental practicePandemicPresentation (obstetrics)2019-20 coronavirus outbreakDental careRelevance (law)Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)MedicinePatient careDentistryDiseaseNursingInfectious disease (medical specialty)Political sciencePathologyLawOutbreakRadiologyDental Research and COVID-19Infection Control and VentilationCOVID-19 diagnosis using AI