{"id":249,"date":"2020-06-28T19:49:26","date_gmt":"2020-06-28T19:49:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/?p=249"},"modified":"2020-11-06T17:42:24","modified_gmt":"2020-11-06T17:42:24","slug":"rinse-before-appointment-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/2020\/06\/28\/rinse-before-appointment-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Do I Need to Rinse Before My Appointment?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/rinsing-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman rinsing her mouth at her dentist.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/rinsing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/rinsing-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/rinsing-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/rinsing-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/rinsing-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Almost all aspects of life have changed in one way or another since COVID-19 hit the United States. From wearing masks in public to keeping your distance from others, there are many precautions you\u2019re taking to do your part to curve the spread of coronavirus. Your dental office is also making necessary changes to keep patients safe. You\u2019ll notice several new safety standards during your first visit back to your dentist, like rinsing before your appointment. Although it may not seem like much, a mouthrinse might help fight COVID-19.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Mouthwash Kill COVID-19?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every day, researchers and healthcare professionals discover\nmore about coronavirus; however, there\u2019s still much to learn, like the complete\neffect of mouthwash on the virus. COVID-19 is an enveloped virus that has a\nfatty lipid membrane, which derives from the infected cells. Previous research\non similar viruses have found certain ingredients in mouthwashes can\ntemporarily reduce the presence of bacteria and viruses in the mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the virus is transmitted by aerosol droplets from\nthe throat, mouthwash can be a simple preventive measure to keep your mouth\nclean and everyone in the dental office healthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do I Need to Use a Mouthwash at the Dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You know what to expect during your routine appointments\nbecause the process has remained relatively unchanged over the years; however,\nwhen you visit your dentist again after the COVID-19 pandemic, you\u2019ll have a\nnew routine. In addition to brushing and flossing your teeth, you\u2019ll also be\nasked to use a special mouthrinse before your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The mouthwash will create a safer environment between you\nand your dental team. It kills harmful pathogens in your mouth to reduce transmitting\nthe virus. You\u2019ll dental team can provide you with the care you need while doing\nyour part to help curve coronavirus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I Use a Mouthwash at Home?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A mouthwash can be a welcomed addition to anyone\u2019s oral\nhygiene routine, especially when used to treat a certain issue, like tooth sensitivity.\nNowadays, adding a mouthwash to your day can have a big impact on your oral and\noverall health. Recommitting to your dental hygiene supports your immune system\nto help you stay healthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While mouthwash may not have a lasting effect on killing the\nvirus, we can all do our part to combat COVID-19 through a clean smile. Besides\nadding a mouthrinse, your dentist has also updated their dental safety\nprotocols to ensure the office is the cleanest place you visit all day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Lifetime Dental<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/about-us.html\">Dr.\nFrank Michitti<\/a> and our team are committed to creating healthy smiles that\nlast. Our modern office uses the latest technologies and techniques to provide\nsuperior care. We\u2019ve recently revamped our safety standards to keep our\npatients and the community safe amid the COVID-19 crisis. We\u2019ve updated our\nprotocols to keep everyone healthy. If you have any questions about our safety\nguidelines or you need an appointment, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/contact-us.html\">contact our office<\/a> today\nto speak with a member of our team. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Almost all aspects of life have changed in one way or another since COVID-19 hit the United States. From wearing masks in public to keeping your distance from others, there are many precautions you\u2019re taking to do your part to curve the spread of coronavirus. 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