Patient Information
Infection Control
Infection control and universal precautions protect patients 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 any of our staff and receive a straightforward answer.
The doctors of Ousborne & Keller 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 disinfections of countertops and surfaces
- Sterilization of all equipment before every use
- Disposable materials
We sterilize all reusable equipment, including dental hand pieces. An autoclave, a device that kills bacteria and viruses by steam, heat and pressure is utilized for this procedure.
The best defense against disease is education. The more you understand, the better prepared 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.