How Risky is Getting My Teeth Cleaned?

The video addresses the safety of visiting a dentist during the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts classify the risk as medium, emphasizing that safety depends on the measures implemented by dental offices. Patients are advised to inquire about these measures before appointments and avoid visits if experiencing respiratory symptoms. Dental offices should ensure no sick staff are working and follow government guidelines. Viewers are encouraged to send questions to Newsy for further clarification.

What is the expert opinion on the risk level of contracting COVID-19 from a dental cleaning?

• Low risk

• Medium risk

• No risk

• High risk

Before visiting the dentist, what is recommended to ensure safety?

• Check the weather forecast

• Call the office to inquire about their safety measures

• Bring your own dental tools

• Avoid eating before the appointment

What should you do if you have symptoms of a respiratory illness?

• Visit the dentist as planned

• Reschedule your dental appointment

• Ignore the symptoms

• Take over-the-counter medication and proceed

What are dental offices doing to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission?

• Offering free masks to patients

• Staggering appointments to avoid crowded waiting rooms

• Providing free hand sanitizers

• Reducing the number of staff

What guidelines should dental offices follow to ensure safety?

• Their own internal guidelines

• Local community rules

• State and federal recommendations

• Patient suggestions