We hope to answer some of your questions. Whenever we use dental drills or our water spray, an aerosol is created (see photo on our Facebook Page or Instagram account). Coronavirus can live in that aerosol for some time. We don't know how long, but it may be a few hours.

If an asymptomatic patient had a filling, the aerosol from the procedure would contaminate the air. Anyone who enters the surgery, members of our team, other patients, would be at risk of contracting the virus. Continuing these procedures risks the safety of our patients and our team. The Chief Dental Officer has advised against any procedure that can generate aerosols. This coupled with the Welsh Government advice on social distancing and to limit non essential travel means that we must postpone appointments.

We are still here on the telephone with a dentist available every day for advice. We can provide emergency treatment if necessary. We miss our patients and doing what we do best.

Stay safe and follow our posts for the latest developments.