Safety & Infection Control at Our Richardson Dental Office
Besides following all ADA and CDC guidelines, we have taken some additional measures to keep our patients safe and healthy.
Extra steps for your safety
Besides following all ADA and CDC guidelines, we have taken some additional measures to keep our patients safe and healthy:
- COVID-19 Screenings
- Non-Contact Temperature Readings
- Medical-Grade H13 HEPA Filtration
- Closed-Door Dental Operatories
- Simplified Mobile Patient Check-In
- Social Distancing Practices (e.g. no handshakes or high-fives)
- In-Office Laundry Service for Team Uniforms
- Additional CDC-Approved P.P.E.
- Frequent Disinfection of Common Areas and High-Use Surfaces (e.g. doorknobs)
- Designated Appointment Times for Senior Patients
Standard Protocols We Already Perform And Will Continue To Follow
- Medical-Grade Disinfection Products Proven Effective Against SARS-CoV-2
- Ultrasonic/Autoclave of Instruments
- Weekly Biologic Spore Testing
- Universal Precaution Infection Control
In accordance with all CDC, ADA, and OSHA standards, we are doing our best to maintain safety measures and we look forward to providing top-notch care amidst a comfortable environment. In case of any query, feel free to reach us at your convenience.
Safety questions
How does your Richardson dentist keep patients safe?
We follow all ADA, CDC, and OSHA guidelines, including medical-grade disinfection, ultrasonic cleaning and autoclave sterilization of instruments, weekly biologic spore testing, and universal infection-control precautions.
How are dental instruments sterilized?
Instruments are cleaned ultrasonically and sterilized in an autoclave, and we perform weekly biologic spore testing to confirm sterilization is working as it should.
Do you have air filtration in the office?
Yes. Our office uses medical-grade H13 HEPA filtration and closed-door dental operatories.