Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Last updated: ​August 4, 2020​

The N​ew York State Dental Association ​is following all developments as they arise in regards to COVID-19. 

This is a rapidly evolving situation and information is changing frequently. Find important links, resources, and guidance regarding COVID-19 below. You may also access information from the New York State Department of Health or call their novel coronavirus hotline for advice at: 1-888-364-3065.

Additional resources can also be found on the American Dental Association website.
 
The emergence of a new infectious disease reemphasizes the importance of vigilance relative to all aspects of infection control for Dental Healthcare Workers. Dental specific infection control during COVID-19 information may be referenced on the CDC website. 

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Approaching COVID-19 in the workplace information can be found at "HR & Practice Management" resource page. (Available to members only. Login required).

The section covers important topics such as:

  • What if I or a member of staff is suspected having or has tested positive for COVID-19?
  • What must I provide my employee under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act?
  • What do I do if a patient reports a positive COVID-19 test after their appointment?
  • And more!

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Most Recent Practice Guidance

Governor Cuomo's May 31, 2020 announcement reopened dentistry statewide. NYSDOH Interim Guidance For Dentistry During The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency ​has been released. Please read and affirm the guidelines and use them to prepare for reopening along with the business safety plan template. CDC, OSHA, and ADA safety guidelines should also be referenced. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have updated their Interim Infection Prevention and Control Guidance for Dental Settings During the COVID-19 Response as of ​August 4, 2020.


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Available Resources

A break down of the ADA's Return to Work Interim Guidance Toolkit, and more​ helpful resources. (Login required.)

All of the return to work guidance is interim. It is focused on the short-term management of dental practice during the COVID-19 pandemic as offices begin the return to providing non-emergent care. ​These recommendations are pulled from the interim toolkit by the American Dental Association's (ADA's) Advisory Task Force on Dental Practice Recovery. This is not the full toolkit. Due to the ever-changing landscape and evolving knowledge of the novel coronavirus, it is expected that more recommendations will be brought forward that might impact how dentists deliver care. Further information and recommendations will be provided to our members as it becomes available​.

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