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Infection Control

Infection controls and universal precautions protect clients and staff alike. Everyone benefits from rigorous infection control — you, your dentist, and the dental team. The cornerstone in a good and safe dental practice is the element of trust. You should feel free to discuss this topic with Dr. Hoffman and receive a straightforward answer.

Dr. Hoffman and our entire team follow procedures recommended by several federal agencies: the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). These measures include:

  • Disinfectant hand soap
  • Gloves and face masks
  • Chemical disinfection or disposable covering of countertops and surfaces
  • Sterilization of all equipment before every use
  • Disposable material whenever possible
  • Routine use of a rubber dam during treatment
  • Sterile water reservoirs for each dental unit

We sterilize all equipment which is not disposable, including dental hand pieces. We use an autoclave, a device that kills bacteria and viruses by steam, heat and pressure.

The best defense against disease is information. The more you know, the better equipped you are to make wise decisions about your health care. The more you know about our daily procedures and policies, the more comfortable you will feel. Please feel free to ask us we are proud of our infection control.