Some dentists are refuting recent claims that wearing masks could lead to dental problems, according to The Los Angeles Times.
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The American Dental Association on Aug. 12 issued its response to the World Health Organization's recent recommendation that patients delay routine dental visits until the pandemic is more under control.
The World Health Organization released interim guidance advising patients delay routine dental visits until the pandemic is more under control.
A California dentist said he believes gum disease patients with high levels of inflammation are more likely to suffer severe complications if infected with COVID-19, according to ABC's KGO-TV.
Dental practices should encourage physical distancing as an important strategy to prevent virus transmission, according to updated CDC guidelines.
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The CDC made changes Aug. 4 to its interim infection control guidelines for dental settings.
Two Colorado dental practices have been tied to COVID-19 outbreaks, CBS affiliate KKTV reports.
Face mask mandates were issued in Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Louisiana and Montana within the last week, CNN reports.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom halted indoor operations for many businesses July 13 to slow the transmission of COVID-19, the California Dental Association reports.
The Mississippi State Department of Health has ordered a temporary ban on nonemergency medical procedures in response to the state's personal protective equipment shortages and growing number of COVID-19 cases.