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Dental office’s will likely have concerns about keeping patients and staff safe during the (COVID-19) and may have questions about what to do during a dental emergency.

Patients must be aware that no emergency and prophylactic care will be postponed until the emergency is clear. This is the recommendation or in some states, prohibition is concern for our current condition caused by COVID-19 and the need is to conserve dental supplies, such as personal protective equipment (PPE), for use in emergencies. Another consideration is to focus on caring for patients experiencing dental emergencies, so dental emergencies do not add to volume challenges.

How to prevent transmission in office?

* Temperature readings upon arrival and a series of wellness questions .

* Having patient rinse with hydrogen peroxide before each appointment. COVID19 is susceptible to oxidation this will reduce the salivary load of oral bacteria.
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* Use high speed evacuation for dental procedure producing an aerosol.

* Making sure the ( PPE ) personal protective equipment is being used appropriately for the procedures.

* Use a rubber dam when possible to decrease exposure to infectious agents.

OUR32 Tips on Dental Crown

Chipped or broken tooth? A dental crown is recommended to restore tooth and improve appearance. Crowns may be required when your tooth has a large filling and has lost the natural tooth structure or if your tooth has had a root canal (RCT) therapy or cosmetic reasons.

There are many types of dental crowns made from stainless steel, porcelain fused to metal, ceramic or resin.

Typically, there are two visits to prepare and place a dental crown. Dentist will take x-rays to check the roots of the tooth and the surrounding bone for any decay or other trouble that could lead to infection or injury. Next, the tooth that will receive the crown is prepared including filing. Paste or putty shall be used to make an impression of the tooth so that the crown does not interfere with your bite. If using a porcelain crown, select the shade that matches the color of the your existing teeth.

Crown will be designed and manufactured and then securely installed. The dentist will start by numbing the tooth and the surrounding area with local anesthetic and then proceed to cement the new crown in its permanent place.

A crown can make such a huge difference in the everyday life of a patient who has suffered for too long with a broken tooth.

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