{"id":189,"date":"2020-05-04T21:02:02","date_gmt":"2020-05-04T21:02:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thedentalspany.com\/blog\/?p=189"},"modified":"2020-07-17T15:03:57","modified_gmt":"2020-07-17T15:03:57","slug":"teledentistry-a-great-option-during-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thedentalspany.com\/blog\/teledentistry-a-great-option-during-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"Teledentistry: A Great Option During COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thedentalspany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_313374476__1590182012_52171.jpg\" alt=\"Patient receiving teledentistry from dentist\" class=\"wp-image-190\" width=\"271\" height=\"181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thedentalspany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_313374476__1590182012_52171.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thedentalspany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_313374476__1590182012_52171-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thedentalspany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_313374476__1590182012_52171-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Limiting social contact is a crucial component of slowing\ndown the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Most people are quarantining and social\ndistancing as much as possible. However, despite the virus, life stills goes on\nand things come up. If you\u2019re having a dental concern that you want diagnosed\nduring the pandemic, but would still like to keep social distancing,\nteledentistry may be the solution for you. Learn more about the benefits of\nteledentistry from your Park Slope dentist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does It Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you set up a virtual appointment with your dentist,\nyou\u2019ll be able to converse with your dentist on your computer or smartphone.\nThey\u2019ll ask you questions about your situation, go over your concerns, and will\nlook at your current dental records and any pictures they ask you to take. From\nthere, they will be able to provide their diagnosis and thoughts on the best\nplan of action. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They may decide that at-home treatment is best for you and\nprovide you a prescription right over the computer. This will save you an extra\ntrip to your GP to pick up the prescription in person. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If they deem you to have a dental emergency, you will still\nhave to go into the office. Fortunately, dental offices are taking very strong\nsanitation measures during the pandemic to ensure that you will have a safe,\nefficient visit. Since many dental practices are only taking emergency patients\ncurrently, they will likely be able to see you that very same day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Teledentistry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Teledentistry is a great option for limiting the spread of\ngerms while still getting an expert diagnosis. Due to the pandemic, many\ninsurance plans are providing coverage for virtual appointments. It is perfect\nfor dental situations that arise suddenly as well as things like periodic\ncheckups for orthodontic patients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Virtual appointments are on the rise worldwide and won\u2019t be\ngoing away any time soon. They are an excellent tool for limiting the spread of\nbacteria while still receiving expert care. Many countries have started to use\nteledentistry to reach out to rural and underserved communities that might not\notherwise have access to dental care. Additionally, it can be a helpful tool to\navoid crowds if you live in a densely populated area. If you have any dental\nquestions during quarantine, don\u2019t hesitate to schedule a virtual appointment\nwith your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thedentalspany.com\/about-dr-sapienza.html\">Dr. Frank J.\nSapienza<\/a> has spent more than 30 years caring patients in his community. After\ngraduating from the New York University College of Dentistry, he has pursued\nhundreds of hours of additional training in all facets of dentistry. He is a\nmember of multiple dental societies, such as the American Dental Association\nand the Dental Society of the State of New York. If you have a dental concern\nyou\u2019d like addressed, Dr. Sapienza and his team at The Dental Spa of New York\nwould love to set up a virtual appointment with you. Simply call their office\nat (718) 866-4742 or send them <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thedentalspany.com\/contact-us.html\">an email. <\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Limiting social contact is a crucial component of slowing down the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Most people are quarantining and social distancing as much as possible. However, despite the virus, life stills goes on and things come up. 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