Nova Scotia Dentists Willing To Administer Vaccines
HALIFAX – The issue of delivering Covid-19 treatment has been hotly discussed all over the world, ever since vaccines became available. In Nova Scotia, 88 percent of dentists say they are willing to give these lifesaving shots to help speed up the process, according to a survey done by the province’s dental association.
“Dentists are well-positioned to help give the vaccine,” said Dr. Chad Avery, president of the Nova Scotia Dental Association, in a press release. “They are highly-trained health professionals, experts in infection control, accustomed to PPE, and regularly provide injections as part of delivering dental care.”
“We’re used to dealing with the emotional side of this — building good relationships with our patients, and in addition to our clinical skills, I think those skills will translate well into helping with the vaccination effort,”
Both the Nova Scotia Dental Association and the Dalhousie University Faculty of Dentistry have informed the provincial government of their willingness to help inject the vaccine, according to the press release.
“Dentists care about their patients’ overall health as well as their oral health,” said Dr. Avery in the press release. “We’re part of the health-care team, proud to serve our communities, and happy to contribute to them in any way possible.”
“We’re grateful for our patients’ continued trust and loyalty during the pandemic. If Nova Scotians need our help with the vaccine rollout, and we are asked, and able to help, we will be there.”