Our dental instrument goes through a multi-step processing system to ensure they are thoroughly sterilized before use.
Transport: Used instruments are carefully transported to a designed area for cleaning.
Cleaning: Instruments are scrubbed to remove surface debris followed by a cycle in an ultrasonic cleaner with chemical agents that contain enzymes to break down biofilm.
Rinsing & Drying: All instruments are then rinsed to remove residual debris and chemical cleaner and allowed to dry.
Packaging: Wraps and pouches are used to package instruments which are then sealed to prevent air exposure.
Sterilizing: Instruments are then placed in an autoclave machine that uses high heat, steam, and pressure to sterilize them.
Storing: Finally, sterile instrument packages are stored in closed and dry cabinets.
The effectiveness of all our sterilization equipment is routinely tested to ensure safety.
Dental Operatory Disinfection
All surface areas in the dental room are disinfected before and after each patient. We use Cavicide, a EPA approved hospital grade disinfectant that kills HBV, HCV, bacteria and fungi.
Barrier tapes are placed on all high touch surfaces and changed between patient to keep surfaces free from contamination.
Water lines are flushed routinely to prevent cross contamination. DentaPure®, a multi-award winning dental unit waterline treatment is used to ensure cleanliness of the water.
Personal Protective Equipment
All doctors and assistants are trained in infection control protocols according to CDC and ADA guidelines.
Proper PPE (medical grade masks and gloves) is worn during treatment and changed with every patient.