Office Sterilization Procedures

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. The cornerstone in a good and safe dental practice is the element of trust.

Infection control and precautions protect both our patients and the staff. Everyone benefits. Our team follows the 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 of countertops and surfaces

• Sterilization of all equipment before every use

• Disposable materials

We sterilize all reusable equipment, including dental hand pieces. We use an autoclave, a device that kills bacteria and viruses by steam, heat, and pressure. Please feel free to discuss this topic or anything else that concerns you with your dental team.

Raabe Family Dentistry Offers a Whole Body Wellness Approach to your Health and Prevention of Disease. Please call (303) 355-1234 for more information  or contact us to make an appointment.