Clinical implications of the COVID‐19 pandemic on dental education

Due to the pronounced effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Dental Association has urged that dental practitioners exclusively continue care on an emergency basis for patients, and only 9 states do not currently have mandates limiting the practice of dentistry. In accordance with these recommendations, dental schools have closed student clinics, which are largely limited to emergency treatment by faculty. While many dental practices are currently facing the economic brunt of canceling elective dental treatment, it is important to note the effects of these mandates will persist in the following months even once these sanctions are removed.