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IDA say ‘no change required’ for dental practices following WHO guidance

The IDA has confirmed it is business as usual for dental practices in Ireland following new guidance from the World Health Organisation (WHO). Last week, the agency called on more research into the spread of COVID-19 in dental settings. ‘The likelihood of COVID-19 being transmitted through aerosol, micro-particles or airborne particles … today I think is unknown,’ said … Continued

WHO urge for more research into COVID-19 transmission in dental settings

This week, the World Heath Organisation (WHO) spoke out to encourage more research into COVID-19 in dental settings. According to a Reuters report, the organisation warns of the ‘unknown’ consequences of AGPs for both staff and patients. Benoit Varenne said: ‘WHO guidance recommends in case of community transmission to give priority to urgent or emergency oral cases, to avoid or … Continued