Universal Precautions
You may be surprised to learn that the most frequently performed procedures in our office are not six month check-ups or even filling cavities, the most common procedures are designed to accomplish good infection control with every patient. This is called applying "universal precautions," infection control measures that are the same for every patient. These include: wearing gloves;, changing gloves and washing hands between patients; using instruments and other items that can be thrown out after use; and sterilizing equipment that can be reused.
What We Do
Before you enter the treatment room, the dental unit and chair are cleaned and disinfected with antimicrobial chemicals. All dental instruments are either sterilized or disinfected, as appropriate for the type of material. Most instruments can stand high heat. These are first ultrasonically cleaned and then sterilized by steam heat in an autoclave. Those few instruments that cannot be heat sterilized or disposed of after use are first cleaned and then disinfected with special high level chemical sterilizers. Both methods are approved by the Center for Disease Control and the American Dental Association (ADA).
Sterilization of Dental Hand-Pieces
For years, the ADA has recommended the heat sterilization of dental hand-pieces (dental drills) for equipment that can withstand repeated heat cycles. Modern technology has now made it possible to sterilize all re-usable hand-pieces. At Adult Dentistry of Rochester, all of our dental instruments and hand-pieces are cleaned, lubricated, and heat sterilized between each patient use.
Check-List for Patients
We care about the health and well-being of all of our patients and employees. To prove this for yourself, use the following check-list the next time you visit Adult Dentistry of Rochester and note how we perform each item:
* washing hands and changing gloves
* appropriate disinfection of surfaces and sterilization of equipment
* keeping office spotlessly clean
* using disposable items
* wearing protective clothing
* providing wrapped, sterile instrument for surgical procedures
* properly cleaning and sterilizing dental hand-pieces
* proper disposal of infectious waste
Safety is our concern. We take the responsibility of treating you and your family seriously. If you have any question, please do not hesitate to talk with Dr. Dulski or any member of the staff at your next visit or contact us at Adult Dentistry of Rochester.
Tags: Infection Control, Sterilizing Dental Hand-Pieces, Universal Precautions
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