Six Commandments of Treatment Protocols During Covid-19 Pandemic in Dentistry

Abstract

In December 2019, an outbreak in the city of Wuhan, Hubei China occurred and was named COVID- 19 by the World Health Organization and declared as a pandemic on January 30, 2020. The etiologic agent of acute respiratory disease is the novel corona virus 2019 (2019-nCoV) or the extreme acute respiratory syndrome corona virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). During many dental operations, aerosols are produced and these aerosol methods, which are major problems for dentists, have become the main area of concern in dentistry. Dentists are at greatest risk since they are located close to the oropharynx. This study summarizes the effect of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on dental care, administration, and emergency dental treatment service. It also identifies COVID-19 and explains about six commandments for dental practitioners during the treatment process to be practiced during the pandemic.

Mapping of health care facilities, dental visits and oral health problems in Indonesia to prevent COVID-19 transmission

“…There are various operational procedures for dental services during this pandemic, starting from the patient's arrival, while in health facilities and rooms, and after the procedure is complete. 29 In the COVID-19 situation, reducing contact with people is a preventive measure that can help to reduce exposure risk. Tele means 'far,' so teledentistry is an attempt to fulfil longdistance communication needs in dentistry.…”

“…30 Teledentistry is the initial stage before patients come to the clinic that has used remote communication technology to avoid direct contact during the pandemic. 11,29,30 Teledentistry consists of several subunits, including teleconsultation, which is the most common form and the initial stage of teledentistry. Patients consult through telecommunications media, which is considered very useful, especially for patients with physical and mental limitations, the elderly and prisoners who have limitations to visit health care services.…”