Systemic Management of Pandemic Risks in Dental Practice: A Consolidated Framework for COVID-19 Control in Dentistry

This article published in Frontiers in Medicine discusses a consolidated framework for COVID-19 control in dentistry. A comparative analysis of guidance issued for managing COVID-19 was conducted which included guidance from OSHA and the CDC. The analysis revealed 5 areas of pandemic control comprising of (1) planning and protocols, (2) patient screening, (3) preparation of facilities, (4) PPE and infection control, and (5) procedures and aerosol control: providing an opportunity to simplify decision making for clinical providers.