Sterilization Protocol
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We are dedicated to giving you beautiful results in the safest and healthiest environment. When you are in our care, you are the priority. We take sterilization seriously, so we follow the necessary controls and precautions to protect patients and staff.
Our Health and Wellness Practices
Our staff is passionate about your smile and your safety. They are extensively trained on procedures recommended by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). We follow these best practices as part of our regular routine.
We make a commitment to your health by:
- Requiring the use of gloves and face masks for clients and staff
- Ensuring disinfectant hand soap and sinks are available throughout the office
- Using disposable materials when possible
- Cleaning countertops and surfaces with EPA-approved chemical disinfectants
- Sterilizing equipment before and after each use
In our office you will see our team actively using these practices during your time with us. They will be wearing disposable gloves and masks during your appointment and making sure all exam rooms are cleaned before, during and after appointments.
Nearly all materials used during procedures are disposable, including face shields, masks, gloves, gowns and more. Our staff is trained in properly using and disposing of these materials after your visit.
For instruments that are not disposable, we follow a four-step procedure to sterilize them after each use:
- Clean – All instruments are thoroughly cleaned using ultrasonic cleaners, which make sure that all bacteria, germs, and other debris are completely removed.
- Package – Once clean, instruments are wrapped in FDA-compliant packaging prior to sterilization.
- Sterilization – Once safely packaged, instruments are sterilized using FDA-approved dental autoclave sterilizers.
- Disinfect – After every use, our machines and surfaces are thoroughly disinfected using EPA-approved cleaners.
Committed to our patients
We are dedicated to creating an experience that delivers beautiful and healthy results in an environment where safety is the top priority.
All team members are thoroughly trained and sterilization procedures and regularly updated with guidance from the the American Dental Association and the CDC. If any questions arise about our procedures, call us at (252) 475-9841. One of our caring staff members would be happy to give you detailed information about the steps we take to protect you from bacteria, infectious diseases, and viruses.
We look forward to seeing you!
