From connecting with family to getting groceries, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed many activities we previously took for granted. This includes your dental appointments, which will likely look very different than any you’ve had before. There have been a variety of changes made to keep you as safe as possible while getting treatment for your smile. Here’s what to expect before, during, and after your first visit with your Columbia dentist when they reopen.

Thanks to their strict sanitation protocols, dental practices have always been exceptionally clean environments. However, it takes a lot more than simply spraying a store-bought disinfectant around the office to keep it germ-free, especially during a pandemic. Thankfully, your Columbia dentist follows extensive dental safety and infection control procedures to thoroughly eliminate any lingering particles. Here’s what they’re doing to keep their practice clean and ensure you are as safe as possible when coming in for dental care during COVID-19.