A2 FROM PAGE ONE Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | July 2020 Socializing in the Hamptons DENTAL TRIBUNE The World’s Dental Newspaper · US Edition Editor in chief Dr. David L. Hoexter shares images from the days before social distancing Above, at the Southhampton Art Festival, from left, Dr. Igor Gerzon, Dr. David L. Hoexter and Dr. Liza Kaufman. Top left, Robert Janesh, chef at the prestigious Noyac Golf Club in Sag Harbor, N.Y., and husband of Dena (Straumann Implant executive ), with Dr. David L. Hoexter, editor in chief of Dental Tribune. Bottom left, Dr. Larry Bryskin, winner of his division in the Ellen’s Run 5K race to help avoid and cure breast cancer, proudly displays his winning T-shirt at his oral check-up visit. Photos/Provided by Dr. David L. 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If you find a factual error or content that re- quires clarification, please contact Group Editor Kristine Colker at k.colker@dental-tribune.com. “ RESOURCE CENTER, page A1 “ PROTECTING, page A1 About the doctor patients of the practice’s commitment to maintaining up-to-date infection con- trol procedures. • Four downloadable signs dentists can print for their practice. The ADA is collaborating with Dentsp- ly Sirona to help promote the resource center to dentists across the country. Dentsply Sirona sales representatives will share the resource center link with ADA members this summer. “As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, patients are looking at their own well- being differently — and may have ques- tions when resuming their dental visits. It is important that we do not lose sight of their needs and concerns as part of our rebound and recovery efforts,” Dentsply Sirona VP Chief Clinical Officer Terri Dolan said. (Sources: American Dental Association and Dentsply Sirona) Resources Access the Patient Return Resources Center at www.ada.org/patientreturn. • Helping fearful employees. It’s under- standable if oral care workers are hesi- tant to return, and Bogan said it’s impor- tant to engage them in dialogue about their concerns. “The person may be worried about contracting the virus from a patient or co-worker,” he said. “They may be high- risk or have someone at home who is. Ask them what you could do to alleviate concerns, and make sure your office is following the CDC and ADA recommen- dations and requirements.” • Aerosols and protection. Most dental procedures create aerosols — sprays of saliva or blood from a patient’s mouth splashing into the air. Given the possibility of the virus being included in those particles, the attend- ing staff around the patient should wear more personal protective equipment, and environmental upgrades also are ad- visable. “The ADA recommends face shields, N95 and KN95 masks, goggles and dis- posable gowns,” Bogan said. “Some prac- tices are installing plexiglass in the front office area, air-purification systems and Dr. Kyle Bogan is a general dentist and a speaker/ consultant on workplace culture. Bogan earned a fellowship in the AGD and the International College of Dentists. He is a member of the ADA, the Ohio Dental Association, the International Dental Im- plant Association and the AGD. Contact him at www.drkylebogan.com. ultraviolet lights to reduce exposure to aerosols.” • Diligent hygiene and cleaning. “Den- tists and hygienists should adhere strict- ly to hand hygiene measures,” Bogan said, “including before and after contact with patients, after contact with contaminated surfaces or equipment, and after remov- ing PPE. Disposable gowns should be dis- carded in a dedicated waste container. Cloth isolation gowns should be laun- dered after each use. The staff should thoroughly clean patient treatment areas between appointments. “It’s important for people to get back to the dentist for routine treatment,” Bogan said. “The virus can give some people a reason to stay away, so it’s critical for den- tal practices to do all the right things to mitigate risk.” Dental Tribune cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims or for typographical errors. The publisher also does not assume responsibility for product names or statements made by advertisers. Opinions expressed by authors are their own and may not reflect those of Tribune America. EDITORIAL BOARD Dr. Joel Berg Dr. L. Stephen Buchanan Dr. Arnaldo Castellucci Dr. Gorden Christensen Dr. Rella Christensen Dr. William Dickerson Hugh Doherty Dr. James Doundoulakis Dr. David Garber Dr. Fay Goldstep Dr. Howard Glazer Dr. Harold Heymann Dr. Karl Leinfelder Dr. Roger Levin Dr. Carl E. Misch Dr. Dan Nathanson Dr. Irwin Smigel Dr. Jon Suzuki Dr. Dennis Tartakow Dr. Dan Ward Tell us what you think! Do you have general comments or criti- cism you would like to share? Is there a particular topic you would like to see articles about in Dental Tribune? Let us know by sending an email to k.colker@ dental-tribune.com. We look forward to hearing from you!