A call for action to safely deliver oral health care during and post COVID-19 pandemic
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Date
2020
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MPDI
Abstract
The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) outbreak started just a couple of months ago and it grew rapidly causing several deaths and morbidities. The mechanism behind the transmission of the virus is still not completely understood despite a multitude of new specific manuscripts being published daily. This article highlights the oral cavity as a possible viral transmission route into the body via the Angiotensin converting enzyme 2 receptor. It also provides guidelines for routine protective measures in the dental office while delivering oral health care.
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Keywords
Angiotensin II, Coronavirus, Mouth, Pandemics, Professional practice
Citation
Mulder, R. et al .(2020). A call for action to safely deliver oral health care during and post COVID-19 pandemic. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ,17(18),6704, 1-11