The autoclaves are tested weekly to insure that they are operating properly. All items that cannot tolerate high heat, such as plastics, are disinfected in a chemical solution formulated to kill infectious bacteria and viruses. We wear glasses to protect our eyes from contamination as well as injury. The rubber cups which hold the paste used to polish your teeth are disposed of after each visit. The attachment which holds it on the handpiece, called a prophy angle, is disposable and discarded after each use.
Many items are single-use and are disposed of after each patient.
Gloves are never used on more than one patient. A rubber dam, which is a thin sheet of latex, is used whenever necessary to reduce the amount of bacterial spray-back which occurs when dental procedures are performed . We'll be sure to take good care of them. P.P.S. Remember to have them mention your name when they call so we can send you a token of our appreciation.