Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the practice of dentists wearing masks was not as widespread as it is today. While some dentists may have opted to wear masks for specific procedures, it was not a standard practice.
The primary reason for the increased use of masks by dentists during the pandemic is to minimize the risk of transmission of the virus through respiratory droplets. Masks act as a barrier, preventing the spread of these droplets from the dentist's mouth and nose to the patient's face.




