ABSTRACT
Novel coronavirus has recently gained attention of the global community after it was first reported from Wuhan, China. It has been declared as global health emergency with implications to all people. Droplets of bodily fluids, such as saliva or mucus, from an infected person are dispersed in the air or on surfaces by coughing or sneezing and could be the main source for the further spread of infection. All healthcare professionals including Dental Surgeons should help to prevent transmission of this deadly virus. It’s a virus affecting both human and animals and spreads from animals and person to person in close proximity, similar to other respiratory illnesses, such as the flu. This review article mainly highlights the types, epidemiology, transmission and addresses the implications of 2019 n-CoV from the health professionals perspective and discusses the necessary preventive precautions that should be strictly followed in a dental setup so as to prevent further spread of infection.