Infection control prevents bacteria, fungi, and viruses from being transmitted from one patient to another, or from patients to dental staff. We follow extremely strict protocols to reduce this risk. These include:
- Regular and thorough hand hygiene before and after using gloves
- Personal protective barriers including gowns
- Any contaminated waste is handled and disposed of correctly
- Environmental barriers like plastic coverings are used on surfaces or items that could become contaminated and which are tricky to clean thoroughly
- Surfaces are decontaminated with specialized solutions to kill viruses, spores, and infectious bacteria
- Using disposable tools when possible
City Dental has an infection control manual read and followed by all staff, and we are all fully trained in the infection control protocols used in our practice. Our dental practice is designed for successful infection control, with designated contaminated and clean zones.
