And just like that, it’s holiday season 2020. For some, this year flew by, and for others, it felt like a decade. Some of us are asking what happened to Summer 2020, and others have already put up their Christmas decorations. Regardless of the uncertainty with the pandemic, it’s wise to schedule a visit to your dentist in Oklahoma City if you haven’t seen them in a while. A quick appointment will go a long way in preventing any dental emergencies. Plus, you can trust that you and your loved ones will be perfectly safe thanks to all of the additional protocols we have put into place here at Grand Dental Studio.
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It was the week before a long-planned spring break trip with my family that anxiety really began to build about COVID-19. Like most of you, I had been following the news since February and was trying to understand all the implications of this threat, personally and professionally. The second week of March, I made the decision to cancel our trip—my wife spent hours on hold with the hotel and airline. On March 16th, I made the tough decision to close the dental practice due to growing safety concerns. Very little was known about COVID-19 then. For a time, I felt we were in a free fall, not knowing what was happening to our world. The next day, elected leaders started shutting things down around the state and nation. Quickly, I had to process that my family—my immediate family as well as my dental office family—needed leadership and direction. Was I going to be able to provide it? 
If you’re like millions of other Americans, the pandemic caused you to miss your checkup and cleaning earlier this year while dental practices temporarily closed. Fortunately, the team at Grand Dental Studio was able to quickly adapt and implement 
Even though 2020 is far from over, everyone already knows what the phrase of the year will be—social distancing. Literal mountains of research have shown that minimizing contact with other people and keeping a space of at least six feet between individuals is one of the simplest and most effective ways to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. But how does social distancing work when it comes to dentistry? Isn’t getting up close and personal essential to the entire process? Fortunately, your dentist in Oklahoma City and the team at Grand Dental Studio have already thought about this, so we’ve implemented several guidelines to ensure strict social distancing is maintained during everyone’s appointments. Read on below to learn about a few of the ways we’re working hard to keep you, ourselves, and the community safe and healthy! 
Chances are that you, like many, may not have even known what “PPE” stood for a few months ago, but thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, you’re likely all too familiar with personal protective equipment like masks and gloves these days. After being closed for six weeks, Grand Dental Studio has reopened so our patients can get the high-quality dental care they need, and we’ve implemented several new safety measures that go above and beyond the guidelines set by the CDC and OHSA. For one, you’ll likely notice your dentist in Oklahoma City wearing some new headgear at your next appointment. Here’s how each piece will keep you and them safe from the coronavirus.
Oklahoma City – Over the past six weeks, Grand Dental Studio has taken its already-stringent infection control methods to new levels, installing an arsenal of new, high-tech equipment and systems including a high-volume air purifiers and a state-of-the-art UV-C light system which kills more than 99 percent of viruses, bacteria and pathogens. Like much of medicine, safe dentistry looks very different since the arrival of COVID-19, and Grand Dental Studio is meeting the challenge head on.
Chances are that you can’t turn on your TV, phone, or computer without instantly seeing a story about COVID-19, and under that, you’ll likely find some creative ways people are spending their extra time at home. Due to the nationwide quarantine, most dental offices are only seeing patients for severe emergencies, so taking proper care of your teeth at home is more important than ever. Thankfully, these quick and easy hygiene tips will ensure your smile stays bright and healthy during this unique time! 
You’ll literally find countless blogs and articles online talking about how certain foods are great for your body and will help you do anything from lose weight to set new records in the gym. But, many of them forget about one of the most important parts of you—your mouth! March is officially National Nutrition Month, and in that spirit, here are a few tasty treats you can enjoy knowing that they are working hard to give you a healthy smile you’ll be eager to show off.