HOW ARE INSTRUMENTS CLEANED?
In keeping with our commitment to provide our patients with the very best orthodontic treatment available we have taken great measures to ensure our sterilization program meets or exceeds the most stringent standard of care. You will notice that protective gloves are always worn when working on patients. Protective eye wear and masks are also worn for those procedures that warrant their use. Whenever possible, disposable items are used and when this not feasible, the latest sterilization techniques are utilized. All instruments are mechanically cleaned and then place in a state of the art heat sterilization unit. Our sterilizers are monitored regularly to ensure their effectiveness and safety. All employees have received extensive training in regards to sterilization procedures and attend a review course every year to keep primed. In addition, everyone in our office is CPR certified. Sterilization procedures are approved and recommended by the American Dental Association.
