Richard H. Sullivan, III, DDS, FICOI, FIALD

Cosmetic Dentistry

Brentwood, TN

(615) 373-1012

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Introduction
• First Visit
• Scheduling
• Financial Policy
• Insurance
• Infection Control
• Patient Comfort
  • Nitrous Oxide
  • Oral Sedation
• Home Instructions
  • Restorative Post-Op Instructions
  • Wisdom Teeth Post-Op Instructions
  • Periolase LANAP Post-Op Instructions
• FAQ

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. Sullivan and receive a straightforward answer.

Dr. Sullivan 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 of countertops and surfaces
• Sterilization in a steam autoclave of all equipment before every use
• Disposable materials are used where they are indicated
  

We sterilize all reusable equipment, including dental hand pieces. We use an a Statim steam 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.