Instrument Sterilization
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.
