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Dear Patients, As the world works to limit the spread of COVID-19, we want to let you know how we’re making our office extra safe during this time.   Wearing masks may be new to you, but not to us. We've always worn PPE (personal protective equipment) to protect you. We've always used state of the art sterilization.  We have always disinfected our treatment room surfaces in between each patient. All of our staff receive ongoing infection control training. A third party also inspects the office and provides additional infection control training to all staff members to insure that Perry Hall Dental Care is always providing the safest environment for our patients and staff. That said, we are now taking some additional precautions to make sure you feel as comfortable in our office as possible: • All staff members have their temperatures checked each morning and confirm that they are not experiencing any symptoms and have not been around anyone that has or has been exposed to COVID-19 • We will be asking patients a series of screening question on our confirmation phone call and again when you arrive. • We will be asking you to stay in your car when you arrive. You will receive a phone call when you may come into the office • We will ask you to wear a face mask in the office at all times except during dental procedures • We will be asking you to complete a COVID-19 specific screening form and we will be taking your temperature when you arrive. • We will ask you to wash your hands or use our provided hand sanitizer prior to going back for your appointment • We will be providing you with Peroxyl to rinse your mouth prior to any procedures • For cleanings, we will not be using any ultrasonic scaling and we will not be polishing after cleanings for the time being • We will be staggering appointment times to insure that only one patient is coming in or leaving the practice at a time • In addition to the procedures for the operatories, all touch surfaces in the common areas (door knobs, counters, etc.) will be disinfected between each patient. • Our clinical team and front desk will be wearing additional PPE including face shields • We have purchased air purifiers for each operatory and the waiting room that have medical grade HEPA filters that remove 99.99% of airborne particles, UV germicidal lamps to kill viruses, and a 18-lb carbon filter to remove chemicals from the air. With our masks and face shields, we may look a bit like Storm Troopers, but we promise you that we are smiling under our masks.  We look forward to seeing you soon Thank you for your continued support. We value you as part of the Perry Hall Dental Care family. • Perry Hall Dental Care

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April 2022 Dental Newsletter

The Importance of Preventive Care: Maintaining Good Oral Health

Preventative dental care is a significant part of overall dental health, but it's often an afterthought. Our dedicated dentist sees many patients who don’t keep up with consistent preventative oral care and then must fix the problems it creates. Preventive dental care is the first step in reducing the number of visits to the dentist.

What is Preventative Care in the Dental World?

The importance of dental care can't be overstated because oral health is closely linked to overall wellness and disease prevention. Each human mouth can have billions of bacteria at one time. Some are good bacteria, and others are harmful bacteria. When cracks in the teeth, cavities, or pockets between the gum and teeth exist, it allows harmful bacteria to get further into the body, into areas the bacteria are not meant to be. Left untreated, this causes oral diseases and leads to other conditions in various places of the body.

General dentistry provides that preventative dental care, which involves the screening and examination of the mouth and the care you perform at home. During routine screening, your dentist or dental hygienist will check to see if you have any cavities, gum disease, or other problems that could put you at risk for further dental issues. Visits can include X-rays, so our experienced dentist can look for signs of infection in the bone surrounding your teeth.

Preventative dental care is critical if you are in one of the following populations or have the following conditions:

-Pregnant or nursing women

-Smokers

-Diabetics

-People with heart and lung disease

Tools You'll Need for Successful Dental Preventative Care

Most preventative dental care can be done in the comfort of your own home. You and each member of your family will generally need a soft-bristled toothbrush, floss, and mouthwash. Since each mouth has its own unique needs, the type of dental cleaning tools that you choose should be based on your specific oral health status.

For example, if you have significant gaps between your teeth, also consider purchasing brush picks, which are like plastic toothpicks with tiny bristles at the ends. If you find reaching into other areas of your mouth awkward or uncomfortable, consider using an electric toothbrush that does most of the work for you. If you find wide floss uncomfortable, switch to some skinnier versions instead.

How to Perform Dental Preventative Care

As always, brush twice every day for at least two minutes. Floss daily, being careful not to yank the thread around the base of your tooth. Follow with a mouthwash of your choice. Young children should be supervised so they don't swallow toothpaste or mouthwash. Some families find it helpful to get into group routines to make sure this gets done. Finally, visit a dentist or dental hygienist at least twice a year for an oral examination and deep cleaning. A combination of these things helps prevent plaque from becoming tartar and the tartar from eating away at your teeth.

For help with your preventative dental maintenance and next cleaning visit, be sure to contact our office today!

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