Whilst there is a strong move to ‘open up’ the dental profession ask all to follow current NHS/IPC guidelines. Teams face difficulties and therefore it is important that it is made clear what is expected. OCOD England published an update on Friday making clear the pre existing guidance relating to the wearing of face masks in England. It is also clear from the publication that patients must be able to walk in and make appointments this makes accessibility to care open to all.
For further reading follow the link https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/06/C1287-Standard-Operating-Procedure_Transition-to-Recovery-A-phased-transition-for-dental-practices-towards-the.pdf