Patient Care
We use the latest techniques to increase comfort during our procedures. These techniques include using local anesthetic delivered with the Wand (a computerized device), and nitrous oxide sedation. Conscious sedation is available for those who prefer it or for longer appointments. These options are discussed with our patients during the treatment planning consultation.

In our office, your safety is our highest priority. Throughout the day, we perform a number of sterilization procedures for your protection.

Patient Protection:

• All treatment surfaces (countertops, chair surfaces, lights, X-ray machines, and trays) are disinfected with the most effective products available before and after each patient appointment.

• To ensure your safety, we follow a number of standard sterilization procedures with instruments and handpieces. First, all instruments are placed in an ultrasonic cleaner in our lab. The instruments are then rinsed thoroughly before being sterilized in an autoclave, which runs for 20 minutes and reaches a temperature of 400 to 425 degrees.

• Staff members use masks, safety glasses, and new gloves for each patient.

• We use as many disposable items as possible. We practice the Barrier Technique in which all clinical items that are difficult to disinfect are enclosed in disposable wrap.

• We use an Instrument Management System in which each set of instruments is sealed, sterilized, and left wrapped until you are seated and ready for treatment to begin.

All staff members are trained in proper infection control. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding infection control and to give you a tour of our sterilization facility.