{"id":2241,"date":"2021-02-22T18:27:46","date_gmt":"2021-02-22T12:57:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/?p=2241"},"modified":"2026-06-30T17:15:28","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T11:45:28","slug":"is-it-safe-to-visit-dentist-during-covid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/is-it-safe-to-visit-dentist-during-covid\/","title":{"rendered":"Is it safe to visit Dentist during Covid?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is it safe to visit dentist during COVID? This has been one of the most common concerns among patients since the pandemic began. Dentistry, along with the rest of the healthcare sector, has undergone significant changes in response to COVID-19. Dentists are at a higher risk during dental procedures due to the potential transmission of the virus through aerosols. During treatment, dentists work in close proximity to a patient&#8217;s oral cavity, blood, and saliva, making physical distancing impossible. To ensure patient and staff safety, dental clinics follow strict infection control protocols, including the use of masks, face shields, gloves, protective eyewear, head covers, and enhanced sterilization measures throughout every procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+919820012621\" style=\"border-radius:2px;color:#fffffa;background-color:#ba0c49\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Call Now<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/reach\/\" style=\"border-radius:2px;color:#ba0c49\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get In Touch<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In fact every medical field is at risk. Especially the dental professionals are at more risk due to aerosol production. The virus presents itself in respiratory droplets. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiZsdSClM7xAhXQR30KHRAbCN8QFjAAegQIBxAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FDentistry&amp;usg=AOvVaw2q-8dNy35dlrVkt7Y9MOeU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dentistry<\/a> today, drastically changed due to this Covid 19 pandemic. To get dental treatment, this covid era one need to follow certain protocols.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"896\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/PHOTO-2020-11-27-22-36-46-1-896x900.jpg\" alt=\"female medical staff in mask during covid\" class=\"wp-image-3755\" style=\"width:536px;height:538px\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A young medical staff in mask getting tougher.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Is This Article For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re wondering, <strong>&#8220;Is it safe to visit dentist during COVID?&#8221;<\/strong>, this article is designed to answer your concerns with expert guidance. It is especially useful for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Patients who are delaying dental treatment because of COVID-19 concerns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Individuals experiencing tooth pain, swelling, infection, or other dental emergencies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>People planning routine dental check-ups or procedures and wanting to understand the safety measures followed by dental clinics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parents seeking safe dental care for their children during or after the pandemic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anyone looking for reliable information on infection control protocols and how dental clinics minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide explains the precautions followed by dental professionals and shares expert insights from Dr. Arun Chamria to help you make informed decisions about your dental care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-steps-to-book-dental-appointment\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steps to Book Dental Appointment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Firstly one should <a href=\"https:\/\/royaldentalclinics.zohobookings.in\/#\/customer\/royalhealthcarepvtltd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">book an online appointment<\/a> for tele-consultation. Its done to know about patients chief complaint and to confirm that one is not suffering from cold, cough and is not running temperatures. Procedures carried out in a dental field that produce aerosols would spread the saliva mixed with blood. So one has to be cautious to prevent the spread of further infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-one-can-do-so-by-not-stepping-out-of-their-homes-if-there-is-no-dental-emergency\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">One can do so by not stepping out of their homes if there is no dental emergency.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+919820012621\" style=\"border-radius:2px;color:#fffffa;background-color:#ba0c49\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Call Now<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/reach\/\" style=\"border-radius:2px;color:#ba0c49\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get In Touch<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For geriatric patient staying indoors and getting a consultation recommended as aged patients prone to acquire infection. <a href=\"http:\/\/fullmouthdentist.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dentist<\/a> will prescribe medications as per the requirements and&nbsp; follow up done via further tele consultation. People with dental emergencies like excessive inflammation and pain that cannot be treated with medicines need to be treated in dental clinics following covid 19 infection control protocols.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"510\" height=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Post-for-2nd-Nov-510x510.png\" alt=\"spaces between teeth\" class=\"wp-image-8085\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-precautions-taken-from-covid-by-dentist-at-royal-dental\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Precautions taken from <a href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/safety-precautions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">COVID<\/a> by Dentist at Royal Dental:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>While travelling to the clinic for your dental treatment make sure you carry your mask, sanitizer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The mode which you are travelling like pvt vehicle has to be sanitized.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travelling by Public transport done with extra caution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you arrive at the clinic make sure you sanitise yourself.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your temperature will be checked.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resting Pods or Rooms with complete privacy and an attached washroom and working space. This ensures no two patients are in the same waiting zone of the clinic, thereby reducing the chances of a cross infection to negligent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Details such as travel history, checking their temperature etc. are part of this now new protocol.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doctors and clinic staff take utmost precaution and wear PPE kits during treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"atbssuga-responsive-video\"><iframe title=\"One Day Dental Implants in Mumbai | Redefining Luxury in Dental Care | Royal Dental Clinics\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5QQHGbkVaSs?start=9&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-should-you-visit-a-dentist-during-covid-let-s-hear-what-dr-arun-chamria-has-to-say\">Is It Safe to Visit Dentist During COVID? Let&#8217;s hear what <a href=\"http:\/\/arunchamria.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr Arun Chamria<\/a> has to say.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In an exclusive interview with Maharashtra Times, one of India&#8217;s leading print media publications, Dr. Arun Chamria shares expert insights on a question many patients continue to ask: Is it safe to visit dentist during COVID? During the interview, Dr. Chamria discusses the experience of visiting a dental clinic during the pandemic and explains how Royal Dental Clinics has consistently maintained high standards of infection control not just during COVID-19, but for many years. He highlights the use of masks, hand sanitizers, gloves, separate treatment rooms, and strict sterilization protocols to ensure patient safety. Addressing one of the most important health concerns during the pandemic, Dr. Arun Chamria reassures patients that, with proper precautions in place, dental treatment can be carried out safely and confidently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+919820012621\" style=\"border-radius:2px;color:#fffffa;background-color:#ba0c49\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Call Now<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/reach\/\" style=\"border-radius:2px;color:#ba0c49\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get In Touch<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Arun Chamria, explains how <a href=\"http:\/\/www.royaldentalclinics.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Royal Dental Clinics<\/a> has included utmost precautions, as a Standard Operating Procedure, from the very beginning. Thus whether there is an ongoing pandemic or not; there may always be chances of infections of known or unknown types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"atbssuga-responsive-video\"><iframe title=\"Should You Visit A Dentist During COVID? | Explains Safety Protocols | Dentistry in Covid EP 2\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Z4VPjDvJrbg?start=34&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">We never closed. Royal Dental Clinics was unaffected due to the changes in COVID protocols, as we were already following social distancing with separate room protocol.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Arun Chamria emphasizes that the safety of doctors, patients, and clinic staff has always been the highest priority. Addressing the common concern, &#8220;Is it safe to visit dentist during COVID?&#8221;, he explains the comprehensive safety measures followed at Royal Dental Clinics to minimize the risk of infection while delivering quality dental care. Throughout these exclusive episodes with Maharashtra Times, he answers a wide range of dentistry-related questions, shares practical COVID-19 safety guidance, discusses innovations in dental care, and provides valuable insights to help patients make informed decisions about their oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So what are you waiting for, <a href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/enquiry3\/?utm_source=fb&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=cosmetic_blog\">Book An Appointment<\/a> by clicking here to<strong> <span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">get the smile of your dreams.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Royal Dental Clinics, Mumbai; emphasises its patients to visit for a regular follow-up dental appointment. Appointment reminders on mail, call and an sms are acknowledged to manage staggered appointments and maintain social distancing norms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+919820012621\" style=\"border-radius:2px;color:#fffffa;background-color:#ba0c49\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Call Now<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--4\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/reach\/\" style=\"border-radius:2px;color:#ba0c49\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get In Touch<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00a9 All rights reserved by Royal Dental Implants Pvt Ltd<br>Issued in public interest<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-qubely-map qubely-block-ad3205\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=Royal%20Dental%20Clinic%20%7C%20Same%20Day%20Dental%20Implant%20%26%20Cosmetic%20Treatment%2C%20Kandivali%20Thakur%20Complex%2C%20V%20Mall%2C%20Western%20Express%20Hwy%2C%20Kandivali%20East%2C%20Mumbai%2C%20Maharashtra%20400101&amp;t=&amp;z=16&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;iwloc=&amp;output=embed\" width=\"100%\" height=\"350px\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is it safe to visit dentist during COVID? 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