{"id":29,"date":"2020-05-03T22:06:19","date_gmt":"2020-05-03T22:06:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/blog\/?p=29"},"modified":"2020-05-28T22:08:50","modified_gmt":"2020-05-28T22:08:50","slug":"dentist-in-mcminnville-explains-what-to-expect-at-when-the-office-reopens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.evansstdental.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/03\/dentist-in-mcminnville-explains-what-to-expect-at-when-the-office-reopens\/","title":{"rendered":"Dentistry After COVID-19: What to Expect When Your Dentist\u2019s Office Reopens"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It is no lie that COVID-19 has created widespread change\nacross the globe. From the way your children learn to how you conduct your work\nto the way we interact with each other, the past few months have been\nchallenging to say the least. However, as things slowly begin to return to\n\u201cnormal,\u201d you will find that your dentist in McMinnville<\/a>\nis preparing to reopen their doors. But if you\u2019re expecting it to be \u201cbusiness\nas usual,\u201d guess again. Before you arrive for your next appointment, make sure\nto learn about the changes your dentist and dental team are putting into place\nto keep you safe during your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Before You Arrive: Pre-Appointment Expectations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you call to schedule your appointment, a team member\nwill likely perform what is known as a \u201cpre-screen.\u201d This will include a series\nof questions about your current state of health as well as if you have been\nsick within the past several weeks. This will allow staff to determine if you\nare healthy enough to receive dental care at this time. Do not be surprised if\nwhen you arrive that you are asked the same questions as a precaution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, if possible, avoid bringing anyone with you to your\nappointment. This reduces the likeliness of spreading harmful bacteria and\ngerms. If you have young children, try to leave them with a spouse, friend, or\nanother family member. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While You\u2019re In-House: Rules to Be Followed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Depending on how your dentist chooses to handle the arrival\nprocess, you will either participate in what is known as a \u201cvirtual waiting\nroom\u201d or practice social distancing inside the waiting area. Should your dental\nprofessional choose the former option, you will be asked to remain in your\nvehicle and alert the front desk when you get there. Once it is your turn,\nsomeone will come out to escort you inside. You will be expected to wear a face\nmask before and after your appointment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once inside, some of the most obvious changes will be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n