Face Shields: Why Your Dentist Is Wearing One During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Before heading into your dentist appointment, you already know that things are going to look different. You prepare yourself for a virtual waiting room, social distancing, and contactless greetings. However, when your dentist comes in with a mask, goggles, and a face shield, you find yourself thinking, “Is that really necessary?”

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the answer is a resounding yes. Here is why dentists are using face shields to ensure your safety from COVID-19.