“A lot of people see a routine appointment as just getting their teeth cleaned but we are screening for all types of diseases, oral cancer, dental decay, and gum disease,”Dr. Burke said.

Going to the dentist has never been what we'd call a good time, but, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it's a more loaded endeavor than ever. After all, there's no way to mask up while getting your ...

The coronavirus changes could start days before your dentist appointment, as the CDC and state authorities advise pre-screening of patients through phone calls prior to receiving care.

Her critics on social media say that 3 years of age is too late for a child's first dentist appointment. "Can’t believe that's her first dentist appointment,” wrote one person.