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Importance of Preprocedural Mouthrinse During the Global Pandemic

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

The production of aerosols in a dental office is inevitable. While treating patients, dental hygienists are exposed to aerosols during prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance therapy, and scaling and root planing. Photo Credit: AndreyPopov / iStock / Getty Images Plus.

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Providing Dental Care in India vs the United States During a Global Pandemic

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

During these extended lockdowns, elective dental procedures were prohibited and practices were limited to emergency services only. The Indian dental profession was one of the worst hit businesses, with up to 3 months of closures in some states. Around 51% of the Indian population have periodontal diseases.