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COVID-19 and Oral hygiene

Are you amongst those who wanted to visit a dentist but are scared due to the National emergency like COVID-19. 

Corona virus / COVID-19 is only getting advanced these days and many people around are worried about the Oral health.They have been in confusion regarding oral hygiene. 

Many wants to know if proper oral hygiene prevents them from corona virus.? What could be the oral signs of COVID-19?. Are dentist available in the pandemic situation? Is it safe to visit a Dentist during the period of COVID-19.? What precautions should they take while or after visiting a dentist? What are the oral hygiene practises at home if we do not want to visit in these days? 

We, The Dentlogs by Tooth Castle are here to brief you about your worries..!! 


Hello to the readers.... 
Hope you a safe and in great Health..!! 👍

Its been months since COVID-19 was declared as National emergency by WHO. We are all familiar with the general symptoms of COVID- 19 but what about Oral health? 

     Does COVID-19 affect mouth too? 

               Is there such a thing? 

Many dentist encountered patients who had an oral lesions (in hindi known as - mooh k ghaav) and they possess the history of COVID-19. This theory hasn't proved but a suspected cases. Have a look on such a case at our Instagram page @the_tooth_castle.

Dentists are ready at your services.!! 

Yes, you read that right..!! Even though the pandemic is at high risk.. Dentists are available to treat you and yes, it is completely safe to visit them. 

Dentist take precautionary measures like Reduced patients appointment, Prior telephonic conversation with each pateint for conforming their general health, Use of sanitization at the entrance or exit, Hand washing, use of thermal detectors, Self declaration forms, PPE kit for doctors as well staff, Proper disinfection of machines and office before and after every pateint, use of HEPA filters and many others. 

Though high precautionary measures are taken, it is advisable to visit a dentist in case of emergency. 

Now, what are Dental related Emergency? 
1. Severe pain 
2. Pain which doesn't subside within 24 hr. 
3. Swelling Or a lump inside mouth 
4. Swelling located externally on face
5. Discharge of yellow fluid/ pus
6. Severe Radiating pain
7. Swelling and pain associated with inability to breath 
8. Pus Discharging ulcers
9. Traumatic Injury to face
10. Uncontrollable bleeding from mouth or face

You must never ignore these Dental related emergencies and contact your Dental and Oral surgeon ASAP. 

For other Dental related issues, contact your dental surgeon, if he/she can schedule your appointment as per their availability or the need for treatment. 

Precautions to take while visiting Dentist? 
1. Always Wear a Proper mask
2. Carry a pocket sanitizer
3. Do not touch articles or objects lying in clinic waiting room
4. Maintain a distance of 6 feet
5. Ensure to wear a new mask provided by clinic (if any) otherwise wear the same mask you bought.
6. Remove the mask only while treatment
7. Do not wear your shoes or socks inside the operating room
8. Disinfect your hands with clinics sanitizer before entering operating area and wear shoe/foot disposable cover provided by clinician. 
9. Try to have minimal interaction inside operating area without masks. 
10. Ensure to rinse mouth with medicated water between treatment 
11. Try not to take anything from outside to clinics or from clinic to back home. 

These steps ensure safety to you, your Dentist, the staff and to other patients. 

What is a proper mask? 
The one which seals your mouth from all edges and fits snuggly covering your nose too. It should not be loose, should not be wored improperly upside down or vice versa. 

Precautions to take after visiting Dentist? 
1. Ensure to rinse mouth with medicated water after treatment is Done. 
2. Wear your mask as soon as treatment is completed
3. Disinfect you hands while leaving clinics
4. Keep your clothes out in sun or in isolated area for atleast half hour on returning home
5. Take a bath (as hospitals are high risk to carry any kind of infection) 
6. Sanitise things you bought back home from clinics, if possible. 
These measures prevent you and your family from carrying any infection. 

General oral hygiene practises during COVID-19
1. Brush twice Daily
2. Use of mouthwash
3. Avoid eating sticky foods 
4. Avoid much of processed food
5. Reduce sugar intake
6. Leukwarm water can also be used to rinse mouth or gargle. 
7. Rinse mouth after every meal or snack consumption
8. Newborn gums should be taken care off
9. Denture wearer should clean and massage gums and keep dentures clean. 
10. Always replace your toothbrush after oral infections. 

Consult a Dentist on phone for medication in any kind of pain. 


Note - 
In case of pain, do not use warm or hot water for rinsing mouth. 

These are all preventative measures which could help reduce the risk of carrying COVID-19 infection 



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