The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is working to inform patients of potential HIV, hepatitis C and B exposures at a Rittenhouse dental clinic.

The dentist practicing at Smiles at Rittenhouse Square, also known as Smiles on the Square, had their license temporarily suspended by the Pennsylvania Department of State last week due to unsanitary practices, the department said, and will remain closed until further notice.

Here’s what patients can expect, and more information about how to get tested.

Will Smiles at Rittenhouse reopen? What happens when a dentist gets their license suspended?

According to a release from the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, the clinic will not be permitted to reopen until the dentist’s license is reinstated and unsafe practices have been remedied to the health department’s satisfaction.

Until then, the dentist may not practice on a suspended license.

The Pennsylvania Department of State is handling its own investigation into the matter, and the City’s Public Health Department is working to update infection control practices and take other steps toward reeducation for the clinic’s staff.

What is the risk for HIV, hepatitis at Philly dentist clinic?

As of May 20, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health believes that the risk of infection is low, and the department was not aware of any infections resulting from unsafe practices, according to the release.

The health department will be sending notices to patients that were seen at the clinic between April 2025 and May 2026 with further information regarding potential exposure, testing recommendations and locations as well as letters for primary care practitioners.

The city is advising any patients with questions to contact the related hotline at 215.685.5488.

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Kaitlyn McCormick is a Philadelphia-based reporter writing all things trending, breaking and city-related for USA TODAY’s Philadelphia Metro Connect Team.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Philly clinic exposure scare: who should test for HIV, hepatitis