Woodland Hills, CA – 10-22-2020: As the world learns more about the coronavirus, there are reports arising of poor dental health being a side effect of contracting COVID-19. Gum disease, specifically, has been linked to the onset of COVID-19, causing a wave of concern across the nation.

To bring some certainty in these uncertain times, West Hills Smiles has opened its doors to patients again. In order to promote oral care and ease people’s minds, the clinic has taken strict precautions to safeguard staff and patients alike.

To mitigate the risk of spreading the COVID-19 virus, West Hill Smiles has equipped all staff members with CDC compliant Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Along with protective gear, the clinic is routinely disinfected to ensure that all surfaces remain clean regardless of the number of visitors. Additionally, the dentist's room and tools are thoroughly sterilized after every use, so patients do not run the risk of contamination.

All patients are screened upon entrance and made to follow social distancing rooms in the waiting room. Staff is also present to address any concerns; they guide patients regarding any extra information they might need during their visit.

When asked about navigating a dental clinic during the pandemic, a spokesperson for West Hills Smiles said, “Right now, we’re trying our best to juggle two things: customer hospitality and safety. We want our clients to walk into a more sterile and safer clinic and know that our staff is still the friendly and helpful team they knew before the pandemic hit. It's a fine line, but so far, our team has successfully managed to make every one of our patients feel very welcome.”

West Hills Smiles offers cosmetic and general dentistry for adults and children alike. They also offer flexible financing plans for their customers.