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You May
Be Concerned
… there’s been a great deal
of confusion generated by the press recently about the spread of
infectious diseases. So it’s understandable that you may have
some questions about measures taken in this office to ensure your
continued health. We’d like to take a moment to address them.
You Can
Feel Assured…
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… that everything is being done
to meet and exceed all government guidelines for protecting you
and your family members in this office. According to leading authorities,
the risk of contracting serious diseases such as AIDS, hepatitis
or herpes during a dental visit is extremely remote. Due to the
scrupulous measures this practice takes to eliminate disease transmission,
you can feel confident referring your family and friends.
If You
Have Any Questions…
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… regarding infection control measures
used in this office, please ask the doctor or any of the staff members.
We will be happy to explain all procedures and safeguards used to
ensure your continued health. When you visit our office, you can
feel confident that your health and the health of your family are
protected.
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To Protect
Your Health…
… because you and your family are
valued patients, we want to assure you that we take every precaution
to control and prevent the spread of diseases and infections in
this office. In carrying out this philosophy, we take the following
protective measures:
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Using
the latest proven sterilization / disinfection methods on instruments,
handpieces and other materials used in your mouth. |
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Wearing
disposable gloves and changing them between each patient. |
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Wearing
disposable masks that prevent viruses and bacteria from entering
or leaving the nose and mouth. |
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Wearing
protective eyewear or face shields that prevent contamination
from aerosol splatter. |
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Scrubbing
our hands with an approved germicidal soap before and after
treating each patient. |
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Meticulously
cleaning and disinfecting the chair, counter tops and other
surface areas in all treatment rooms. |
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Using
disposable products wherever possible to eliminate cross-infection. |
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Carefully
handling all disposable materials as recommended by federal
government guidelines, and state and local regulatory agencies. |
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