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The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, caused by the novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has become a worldwide public health threat due to its high infectivity. Inhalation of respiratory droplets or aerosols from the infected individuals during face to face exposure is found to be the most common transmission routes of SARS-CoV-2. Otherwise, direct contact of the virus-infected surface is another way of transmission. The particularity of aerosol production and prolonged close contact to their patients rendered dentists the highest risk group for contracting COVID-19. Moreover, researchers have identified the potential role of oral mucosa in SARS-CoV-2 infection. Thus, in this presentation, I’d like to share our experience in infection control in dental clinic and student management in dental education. Besides, these are open questions in need of further dental research in combating with the virus.
Learning Objectives:
- Infection control in dental clinic and student management in dental education during COVID-19 pandemic.
- COVID-19 research questions.
Speaker:
Zhuan Bian, D.D.S., Ph.D.
- Dean & Professor, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University (since 2001)
- Vice-President, Chinese Stomatological Association (CSA) (since 2006)
- Chairman, Society of Cariology & Endodontics, CSA (2018-2020)
- Immediate-Past Chairman, Society of Dental Education, CSA (2016-2018)
- Board Member, International Association for Dental Research (IADR) (2015-2018)
- Executive Director, IADR Chinese Division (since 2009)