Gresham Coronavirus Dentist

Gresham Coronavirus Dentist

Main Street Dental Gresham Provides Safe Dentistry Options during the COVID-19 Outbreak

Gresham dental patients who find themselves confined to their homes during this time of quarantine may find themselves in need of dental care. Fortunately, you do not have to wait until social distancing practices are no longer mandated in order to receive necessary dental care services in situations involving pain such as

• Root canals
• Tooth extractions
• Sedation dentistry
• Wisdom tooth removal
• Swollen gums/jaw
• Emergency dental needs

All of the staff at Main St Dental are trained to practice effective infection control policies to prevent the spread of infections diseases such as the coronavirus. We are committed to being a Gresham coronavirus dentist option that you can trust.

We are available for dental emergencies 24/7 – just let us know what you need. Contact our office or reach Dr. Seth Monson at his cell number.

Remote Dentistry for Gresham

Some dental problems will not require a visit to our office. Especially for those patients who are particularly vulnerable to the effects of COVID-19, for those who are at a higher risk of being a carrier of the virus, or for those who simply wish an extra degree of peace of mind, we are able to offer teledentistry services – essentially a videoconference with your dentist!

While we take all possible precautions to ensure the safety of all our patients and staff who visit us, during this time we will prefer to provide remote dental treatment if at all possible for an extra level of protection. Examples of services we are able to provide remotely for our Gresham neighbors include

• Giving prescriptions
• General teeth checkups
• Limited exams
• Periodic exams
• Initial consultations

Our dentists will use the equipment available to us to provide you with the best possible diagnosis remotely, and if necessary to recommend a follow-up appointment in-person.

Dentulu is Main Street Dental Gresham’s Teledentistry Platform

According to the CDC, World Health Organizations and other governing bodies teledentistry will play an instrumental role in minimizing the transmission of the Coronavirus. Remote dental services are available 24/7 through Dentulu.

You may download the Dentulu Teledentistry mobile app on your phone or other device, or register online by visiting the following links. You can also click on the link at the bottom right of the screen!

To waive the video chat fee and pay only the normal fee for a periodic exam or limited exam, use the following code:

DENDR816313 

If you have any questions, or to get started with our teledentistry services, get in touch with our office now.

Gresham Coronavirus Dentist FAQ

Is Main Street Dental Gresham still seeing patients during this time?

Yes. While we have adapted many of our services to be able to see patients remotely, we are also still able to see patients in-person for emergency needs.

What dental services can be offered remotely?

Among other things, we can can prescribe medication, assess needs for in-person care, and provide recommendations for things that you can do while at home to take care of non-emergency situations.

The best way to determine if we can help you via video is to contact our office and ask!

Are teledental services covered by insurance?

In many cases, yes. If coverage is something you’re concerned about, our office can take down your information and work with your insurance company to verify that you will in fact be covered for remote services.

Is it safe to go the dentist during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Yes. Dentists (like other medical professionals) are taking every precaution to make sure that their patients are safe. We are fully aware of the risks of infection, especially heightened by the fact that we are working in our patient’s mouth, and do everything we can to ensure that our staff and patients stay healthy.

Is Main St Dental Gresham open during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Yes we are. For up-to-date information including hours and to schedule an appointment or teleconference, contact our office.

Is it allowed to go to the dentist during this time of social distancing?

Leaving your home for medical needs is allowed, as it is in some cases required just like grocery shopping and going to work at an essential job. Before you head into the office, however, make sure you get in touch with us to see what options are available to allow you to remain at home.

If I have a dental emergency while I’m in quarantine, what should I do?

For the continued health of your teeth, there are many cases in which you will need to seek dental help immediately. Examples of dental emergencies that you should come in for, even during this time of quarantine, are

• Sleep dentistry
• Root canals
• Extractions

Be sure to contact us to make sure that your situation is an emergency before you come in.

If I am presenting with symptoms of the coronavirus, can I still seek dental help?

We are committed to serving everyone who needs help with their teeth. For the health and safety of patients and staff, we will need to assess situations on a case-by-case basis. Please contact our office to discuss your options.