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Hello Patients,

It is with mixed emotions that I write this email. The decision on when we should re-open has been very difficult given all of the requirements needed to begin care. Some of us also have the added complication of childcare providers not ready to accept our children just quite yet. As your dental healthcare provider, these facts are mixed with knowing there are many of you in need of dental care and patiently waiting to have those needs met.

As you know, Governor Reynolds lifted the mandate preventing non-emergent dental care, effective May 8, 2020. However, this did not mean we could open our doors for business as usual. There are requirements placed within the new proclamation that we must meet before we are able to see patients. The first is compliance with the new Iowa Dental Board guidelines. These detailed guidelines were just released on Wednesday, May 5, 2020. I am working hard to incorporate all of these new precautions and measures into our daily protocols. Second, we must have adequate Personal Protective Equipment and a reliable supply chain as we can not rely on the state to supply this for us. I have been working diligently to acquire PPE, but have not yet received what would be required to open the practice. The expectation from suppliers is that this will start to loosen within the next couple of weeks and start shipping out. At this time, no one knows for sure what this date will be.

Safety is of the utmost importance to us. While we have always followed strict infection control procedures, there are additional guidelines to be put in place to maintain social distancing and sanitation. In order to ensure the safety of our patients and team, the transition to re-open must be very methodical. For this reason, we will not be open for patient care until June 1, 2020. We will use the week after Memorial Day to train and practice the new protocols and also to evaluate and work on the schedule.

Priority will be given to urgent and emergency care appointments as we start to slowly re-open and build the schedule. Please be aware that pre-scheduled hygiene appointments might be changed. Appointment availability will differ from our regular schedule, so please be patient with us as we navigate this new normal. Also, let us know if you have any appointment that you are not comfortable keeping at this time. We understand and will work with you to find a more suitable time for you. There will be no repercussions if you aren’t comfortable returning yet.

I want to, again, thank you all for being patient during all of this. Please continue to show us some grace as we figure all of this out. We want to be able to serve you both efficiently and safely.

I am available for dental emergencies that cannot wait until we re-open and can be reached at 402-1640.

Thank you again for understanding. I know this is and has been very difficult. I promise we will be seeing you soon.

Sincerely,

Dr. Amanda Foust

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Month: January 2016

Your Questions About Teeth Whitening

Posted January 26, 2016 by Dr. Foust

Have you been expending an awful lot of thought lately on the appearance of your smile? Are you feeling under enthused about your grin because of discoloration? If so, yellowing, darkening, and a general not-quite-bright-enough appearance are all esthetic issues we can treat with teeth whitening. To begin your journey into the world of whitening,… Read more »

Cosmetic Dentistry: Where To Begin?

Posted January 19, 2016 by Dr. Foust

Do you enjoy learning about the benefits of cosmetic dentistry and the diverse array of treatments that can assist you in achieving an exceptional grin? Have you been thinking about contacting us about improving the beauty of your smile but you are honestly not sure how to begin? If this is your initial step toward a… Read more »

I Should Brush My…

Posted January 13, 2016 by Dr. Foust

Do you know what you’re doing when you’re brushing your teeth? You are removing plaque and debris from your mouth, so your teeth and gums and entire oral cavity remain in good health. What you may not know, however, is exactly which surfaces of your smile or surrounding tissue you should brush during this portion… Read more »

3 Ways To Protect Children’s Smiles

Posted January 5, 2016 by Dr. Foust

Are you finding that you feel more and more concerned about the state of your child’s oral health? Does this have something to do with the fact that though you feel you’re doing your best, you worry there’s more you could be doing to promote a healthy smile? Never fear, we are here to help… Read more »