Before visiting a dental office for routine or emergency care, individuals may have concerns regarding COVID-19 testing requirements. Dental practices prioritize the health and safety of both patients and staff, implementing various measures to minimize the risk of infection, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE), thorough disinfection protocols, and pre-procedural screening.
In most cases, COVID-19 testing is not a mandatory requirement before dental appointments unless there are specific circumstances or local regulations that necessitate it. Dental professionals generally rely on pre-procedural screenings to assess patients' potential COVID-19 status and determine necessary precautions.