The number one way to protect yourself and your loved ones from COVID-19 is to practice social distancing. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is also advising the use of a face mask whenever you are out in public places. Wearing one consistently and properly plays a key role in slowing the spread of the coronavirus and keeping your community safe. Your Brampton dentist shares some helpful tips as well as some important do’s and don’ts about wearing a facemask during the COVID-19 pandemic.
How Does a Facemask Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
We know that COVID-19 is spread through infected respiratory droplets. These particles are very small and are dispersed when a sick person sneezes, coughs, or talks. The virus is transmitted when infected droplets come in contact with another person’s mouth, nose, or eyes. Personal protective equipment like facemasks and coverings are designed to hinder particles from reaching these vulnerable areas.
Recent studies are discovering that many cases of COVID-19 cause few to no symptoms. This means that the coronavirus can be easily spread between people interacting in close proximity even if they are not exhibiting symptoms. To combat this, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend wearing a facemask in public settings like grocery stores and pharmacies where practicing social distancing may be more difficult. A face covering will help those who are sick without realizing it prevent spreading germs to those around them.
The “Do’s” of Wearing a Face Mask
To maximize the effectiveness of your facemask, use these tips:
- Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer before putting on and taking off your mask.
- If your mask has a metallic strip, make sure it is positioned against or molded to the bridge of your nose once you’ve put on your mask.
- Only handle your mask via its ear loops, ties, or elastic bands to prevent getting any germs from the mask onto your hands.
The “Don’ts” of Wearing a Face Mask
Using a face covering improperly could increase your risk of getting sick. Remember, when wearing your facemask:
- Do NOT touch it once it’s secured to your face.
- Do NOT share it with anyone else.
- Do NOT hang it around your neck or dangle it from one ear.
It’s important to keep in mind that wearing a mask alone will not prevent the spread of COVID-19. You should practice social distancing, good hygiene, and regular handwashing alongside correctly wearing a facemask to fully protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community from the coronavirus.
About the Practice
At Torbram Dental, nothing is more important than the wellbeing of our patients, staff, and the community of Brampton, ON. Our dental team is monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic closely and adjusting our safety and infection control protocols accordingly. We encourage all our patients to stay home, practice social distancing, and stay healthy in these uncertain times. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your oral health, don’t hesitate to contact us via our website or at +1(905)792-7163.
Simrit has been working at Torbram Dental since 2001. She started her career with Assisting/Treatment co-ordinating and then moved on to becoming the Hygiene Co Ordinator in 2005. In 2012 she took on a new role as the Marketing Director. Though she loved being the Marketing Director, in 2015 she became the Office Manager of Torbram Dental. She completed her Level 1 Dental Assisting program with Career Canada in 1996 and then went on to complete her Level II Dental Assisting Diploma with Southwestern Medix in 1999. That is when she received NDAEB Certification. Simrit has been and still is an active member of the Ontario Dental Assistants Association since 2000. She enjoys hiking and traveling with her husband and two kids and loves to explore new restaurants, especially high-tea venues.
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Jessica, one of our receptionists, is one of the smiling faces you see when you arrive at the office. She graduated with honours from Medix College with a diploma as a Level 2 Dental Assistant. When she is not happily helping our patients, Jessica enjoys spending quality time with her friends and family, going to church on Sunday mornings, gardening and going on hikes.
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Naudia has been working at Torbram Dental for many years and is a valued member of our administrative team: as a dental receptionist and in our marketing team . She graduated from Everest College with honours level 1 and 2, with a diploma in Dental Assisting. Naudia is always there for our patients, making sure that they receive the care and attention they deserve. When not at the office, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking and indulging in civil court TV shows.
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Ramandeep has been a part of Torbram Dental for the past 10 years as certified dental assistant. She obtained her level 1 certification from Everest college in Brampton in 2013, and then her level 2 certification in 2014 from Medix college. Her career path through the clinic has been recognized by staff at all levels who admire her work ethic and dedication to million dollar smiles. In her spare time, Ramandeep enjoys cooking and gardening, and spending time with her husband and 2 kids.
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Sana is a valued member of our dental hygiene team. In 2008 she completed her education at George Brown in Dental Assisting and in 2016 she earned her diploma in Dental Hygiene from the Canadian Academy of Dental Health and Sciences. Sana has been working in dentistry since 2008 and enjoys taking care of our patients and helping them with their oral health. She is married and is busy with her 2 young children. In her spare time, Sana enjoys going out with the family, trying out new places to eat and is looking forward to travelling with them in the future.
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Sanaria has been working at Torbram Dental for many years as a valued member of our Dental Assisting Team. She completed her level 2 dental assisting certification and previously obtained a degree in Education and worked as a quality control officer in the pharmaceutical industry. When not at work Sanaria loves to bake and cook. She also loves story time and enjoying the outdoors with her children. She always sees the positive side of life, believes that nothing is impossible and that if you set a goal and work at it, that you will make your dreams come true.
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Carrie has been working at Torbram Dental since 2001. She graduated from George Brown College in 1998 with a Dental Assistant Diploma and continued to further her education by completing a Dental Hygiene Diploma in 2001 at Durham College. Carrie is a highly trained and experienced Registered Dental Hygienist who continues to learn and grow by updating her knowledge to provide her clients with the best Oral Health Care techniques and information. Carrie is passionate about Dentistry and is known for her gentle and compassionate manner. She feels strongly about building lasting relationships and trust with her clients to help them understand that good Oral Health leads to good Overall Health. Carrie enjoys travelling, dabbling in decorating and a good Netflix series in her time off. Carrie resides in Halton Hills with her husband and two children.
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Daniela's interest in Dentistry began in Gr.6 when she wrote a speech entitled "My Life as a Toothbrush".
A Registered Dental Hygienist with 22 years of clinical experience, Daniela still has a great passion for her career. The most rewarding aspect for her is building lasting relationships with her patients, and seeing them through to a healthier smile.
Her thorough yet gentle touch will ensure a comfortable visit every time.
Daniela is a total Foodie and loves to cook and enjoys all types of cuisines. She loves Florida, Cruises, organizing things, and most of all spending time with family and friends.
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Stephanie Enjoys getting to know all new patients at Torbram Dental and catching up with long standing Patients. Stephanie enjoys spending quality time with her family. One of her favorite things to do with her daughter is teach and play the piano. Stephanie likes going on walks with her husband and enjoys spending as much time with him as he is an Active Member of the Canadian Army. On Sundays, Stephanie enjoys going to Church and looks forward to Sunday Dinner with her entire family. Stephanie's Favorite thing to do to start her day right is head to her local Starbucks and Grab her favorite drink, an iced black tea with light lemonade on warm days and a blonde vanilla latte on those cold winter days.
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