Connections Between Oral Health & Overall Health

Dental care and the Flu, is there a connection?

The answer is yes.

Oral hygiene is important year-round but is especially important during flu season. It should be a part of a comprehensive approach to the preservation of health and avoidance of illness.

Get regular dental checkups and dental cleanings
Brush and clean in between teeth regularly
Wash your hands before flossing to prevent bacteria from entering the mouth
Replace toothbrushes every 3-4 months, and discard a toothbrush if it was used while suffering from the cold or flu
Thoroughly rinse toothbrushes after use and allow them to air-dry in an upright position between uses
Never share toothbrushes

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Recent studies have shown that maintaining good oral health may prevent a severe case of COVID-19. As we know, COVID-19 largely impacts our respiratory system. Bacteria associated with respiratory illnesses are positively associated with periodontitis and oral plaque.

Is it safe to get my teeth cleaned during COVID-19?

The answer is yes.

Routine dental care is essential for overall health; especially for those managing diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and immunodeficiencies. We are dedicated to providing quality care while keeping our patients and staff safe during this pandemic.

New office protocols have been set in place due to current situations and involve the following:

Screening. Everyone goes through COVID-19 symptom screening and has their temperature taken upon entering our office. 
Masking. Anyone entering our office is required to wear a mask. We will provide you one at your visit if you don’t have one.
Social distancing. Our reception area has been closed and our check-in process has been modified to minimize contact. We are requesting that patients call or text us when they have arrived so we can guide patients directly to their rooms and maintain distance between patients.
Reduced traffic. Appointment times are staggered to reduce traffic. We are requesting that adult patients arrive unaccompanied and minors are accompanied by only one guardian.
Cleaning. In addition to standard infection control protocols, we’ve enhanced our cleaning practices, especially in our reception area, restroom, and high-touch surfaces. 
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Our team is provided additional PPE including : impervious scrubs, isolation gowns, face shields, higher-level masks, gloves, EPA registered disinfecting agents, equipment to control aerosols such as the Disinfectant Fogger & HEPA air filtration system.