X CloseCoronavirus and our office update
We have received many questions about the coronovirus and our practice. I wanted to let you know that we are taking aggressive, thorough, and comprehensive measures to keep our office COVID-19 free. In addition to the standard hygiene protocols established by the CDC, American Dental Association and OSHA, which even in normal times we follow and adhere to with vigilance, we are also screening our patients for travel and flu like symptoms while cleaning throughout the day all of our public spaces -- bathrooms, reception, front desk, door handles, etc.
As you know, our professional staff always wear masks, gloves, and protective coats when interacting with our patients and all our equipment is sterilized. All exam rooms are thoroughly cleaned between each patient visit. Nothing is more important than our patient's health and dental health and we will do everything in our power to make our office an ultra-low risk environment.
If you currently feel sick, please reschedule your dental appointment and call your physician. This is especially true if you have a fever, cough, sneezing, or shortness of breath. The same thing applies if you have had any of these symptoms in the last 48 hours.
Please also reschedule your appointment if, in the past two weeks, you have either been in close contact with someone who is infected with COVID-19, or have returned to the United States from an area affected by the coronavirus disease. Right now this list includes China, Iran, Italy, Japan, and South Korea. However, the list of countries continues to change, so it’s a good idea to check this Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for updates on the affected countries.
If you have any more questions please don't hesitate to call us.
Team HDH
Must Do
The happiest time of your life can begin here and now! Life is great at any age, and there is so much going on for you now. Looking good and feeling good is always a solid health practice, and taking care of your dental needs is still essential. Eat right, exercise regularly, and see your dentist for regular checkups. With your fabulous smile, you will still be taking the world by storm!
Should Do
- Studies show that approximately 75% of adults over 35 have some periodontal disease. Your dentist can help you to prevent this or can treat this if needed.
- Approximately 63% of “boomers” aren’t aware that periodontal disease can indicate other health issues that haven’t been detected or treated. See your dentist regularly and make sure your smile and dental health as well as your overall health is as great as it can be.
Could Do
- If you have silver mercury “metal” fillings, it is probably a good idea to have them replaced with tooth-colored fillings. Not only do the new fillings look better and are more durable, there is some evidence that mercury fillings can cause a variety of other health issues and diseases. The new filling material is mercury-free.
- You took the time to get your house remodeled after living there for a while. Or maybe you downsized so you’d have more time to spend doing the things you like to do. Now is the time to get your smile remodeled and upgraded. Get the smile of your dreams and make sure you smile will look great for the rest of your life!
