Infection Control Protocols and Optimized Crown and Bridge During COVID-19

Abstract

COVID-19 has had an immense impact on dentistry, and will most certainly change the way we perform restorative dentistry moving forward. From intraoral isolation to methods to aerosol minimization, many dentists will embrace traditional and new methods to protect themselves, their family, staff and patient population. Digital impressions can provide to eliminate the handling of contaminated impressions in the office and the dental lab. High-strength, esthetic crowns with quicker lab turnaround can be combined with simplified cementation strategies to minimize exposure to aerosols as well.