{"id":37,"date":"2020-05-14T13:31:04","date_gmt":"2020-05-14T13:31:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/?p=37"},"modified":"2020-06-14T13:36:54","modified_gmt":"2020-06-14T13:36:54","slug":"top-dentist-in-mount-vernon-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ccdentalmtvernon.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/14\/top-dentist-in-mount-vernon-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Social Distancing in Dentistry: How Can It be Maintained?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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During this uncertain time, social distancing is one of the\nmain ways you can prevent exposure to the Coronavirus<\/a>\n(COVID-19). But how can you maintain a 6-foot distance from others when you\u2019re\nvisiting the dentist? Continue reading to find out how from your dentist in\nMount Vernon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Purpose of the 6-foot Distance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Social distancing is highly encouraged because it is one of\nthe key means of preventing the spread of COVID-19. However, you may be\nwondering why a 6-foot buffer is being recommended. This standard was set by\nthe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), based on the fact that\nthe virus can be spread when an infected person coughs, sneezes or even talks. Droplets\nfrom the mouth or nose are launched into the air and can land in the mouths or\nnoses of people nearby. The droplets can also be inhaled into the lungs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Six feet has been considered a safe distance to limit\ntransmission in this manner. By most researchers\u2019 estimates, this distance is\noutside or at least on the far edge of the splash zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Dentists are able to Maintain Social Distancing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you visit your dentist, you\u2019ll notice some changes.\nHere are some of the measures being taken to allow for adequate space between\npatients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n