Guideline for dental office in the wake of novel corona virus-19: A summary of proposals

Abstract

The novel corona virus-19 pandemic has presented an unprecedented challenge to human civilization, and clinical dental practice is one among the most affected sectors. As the virus spread via saliva and droplets, the risk of exposure for dental health care providers is the maximum, for the unique work pattern, like their proximity to patient’s nasal and oral cavity, their handling with blood and saliva etc. In this discussion, we have tried to share our thoughts, and also we have compiled recommendation from different regulatory bodies and present an operational guideline for regular dental practice to ensure infection control during the pandemic.