{"id":22,"date":"2020-06-08T22:30:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-08T22:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drtubo.com\/blog\/?p=22"},"modified":"2020-07-08T22:30:49","modified_gmt":"2020-07-08T22:30:49","slug":"covid-safety-in-whitinsville-risk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drtubo.com\/blog\/2020\/06\/08\/covid-safety-in-whitinsville-risk\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Visiting the Dentist Worth the Risk?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Everything came to a halt as COVID-19 took over the news outlets. Your life has changed drastically and sometimes it\u2019s difficult to know what\u2019s okay and what isn\u2019t. Fortunately, MIT researchers have determined that going to the dental office is worth the risk, even during a pandemic. Continue reading to learn more about where you should and shouldn\u2019t go, as well as the new steps your dentist is taking regarding COVID safety in Whitinsville<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Which Public Outings Are and Aren\u2019t Worth the Risk?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When balancing out the benefits versus the risks, MIT researchers have determined that going to the dentist, universities, and banks are probably outings that are appropriate during this time. There is no way to be 100% safe from contracting illnesses, but when taking proper steps, the benefits outweigh your chances of getting sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When dealing with locations like grocery stores, restaurants, and places of worship, it is best done online if possible because they are definitely higher risk environments. Gyms, caf\u00e9s, movie theaters, and liquor stores should be avoided for the time being. The risks outweigh the benefits in these situations. You can work out and watch movies at home with almost no risk of becoming ill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is My Dentist Doing to Protect Me From COVID-19?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There have always been strict safety protocols at dental offices to prevent the spread of illnesses and infections. Extreme cleanliness, extended appointments, and personal protective equipment are all part of the job for your dentist. However, several changes have been made to keep you and your family even safer than before:<\/p>\n\n\n\n