{"id":74,"date":"2020-06-30T16:11:04","date_gmt":"2020-06-30T16:11:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cayodentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=74"},"modified":"2025-09-03T20:52:33","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T20:52:33","slug":"covid-19-dental-aerosols-the-importance-of-seeing-a-dentist-with-clean-air","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/covid-19-dental-aerosols-the-importance-of-seeing-a-dentist-with-clean-air\/","title":{"rendered":"COVID-19 &#038; Dental Aerosols: The Importance of Seeing a Dentist With Clean Air"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_251401462__1___1593533444_22045-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"patient holding a dental suction device\" class=\"wp-image-75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_251401462__1___1593533444_22045-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_251401462__1___1593533444_22045-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_251401462__1___1593533444_22045.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Due to the emergence of the COVID-19 crisis, visiting a dentist with clean air is important now more than ever. When your dentist uses fast-moving instruments, such as a polisher, it can create a plume of harmful aerosols that can spread throughout the treatment area, and potentially further. That\u2019s why it\u2019s vital to visit a dentist with clean air and who uses advanced chairside suction. Read on to learn more about the creation of dental aerosols and how dentists are working to purify the air and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.klassiksmiles.com\/for-patients.html\">prevent the spread of COVID-19<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are Dental Aerosols &amp; How Are They Created?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When your dentist uses their ultrasonic polisher to brighten your smile, it causes splatter and aerosolized particles of your saliva to create a plume around your mouth. This has always been a concern among dentists, which is why many have chairside suction and air purifiers to reduce the presence. This plume contains airborne particles of illnesses, viruses, and bacteria which can spread and then be breathed in, causing sickness. While they have always been present, they\u2019re especially dangerous during the COVID-19 pandemic. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do Dental Aerosols Make COVID-19 More Dangerous?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Without the proper advanced equipment to purify the air of harmful aerosols, COVID-19 can become airborne during a dental procedure such as a cleaning. As your dentist buffers your teeth, your saliva will become airborne, and if you\u2019re positive for COVID-19, this includes the virus. As the aerosol plume expands, it can travel throughout the treatment room and practice. Some studies show that they can travel as far as 18 feet. Because COVID-19 is spread via contact with the mucous membrane, when the saliva of an infected person becomes aerosolized, this can cause it to become airborne instead of being transmitted by just the spread of droplets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is it So Important to Visit a Dentist With Advanced Air Filtration?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While all of this sounds daunting and scary, it shouldn\u2019t keep you from visiting a dentist who prioritizes the health hand safety of their patients. Many dentists have prepared by equipping their office with the latest air purification systems and chairside suction technology. What these do is reduce the plume, preventing the spread of airborne particles, and purifying and filtering out any remaining aerosolized particles as soon as they leave the mouth. This eliminates the threat of airborne COVID-19 particles, keeping the dental practice safer for all those who are seeking treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During this pandemic, the best way to choose a dentist who values your health is to find out whether they utilize an air purifier and chairside suction. This will drastically reduce the threat of contracting the virus while receiving the care that you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Kamlesh Makwana is a trusted dentist in St. Peters who completed his dental degree at Marquette University in 1996. With more than 25 years of experience, he is skilled in helping patients maintain good oral health using various techniques. If you or a loved one is looking to minimize the potential for cavities and tooth decay, contact us via our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cayodentalcare.com\/appointment.html\">website<\/a> or by calling <strong>(636) 928-9693<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Due to the emergence of the COVID-19 crisis, visiting a dentist with clean air is important now more than ever. When your dentist uses fast-moving instruments, such as a polisher, it can create a plume of harmful aerosols that can spread throughout the treatment area, and potentially further. 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