NORTHERN COLORADO PERIODONTICS
INFECTION CONTROL
At Northern Colorado Periodontics, we understand that your dental health is important to you. It’s important to us, too. You trust us to keep you safe as well as healthy. And we will do whatever is necessary to keep that trust.
SAFETY FIRST
We Keep Things Safe
We care about every patient. Northern Colorado Periodontics follows rigorous guidelines for disinfection and sterilization at all times, everywhere in the office. We use FDA-approved infection control devices and up-to-date dental disinfection and sterilization techniques, including autoclave steam sterilization, chemical disinfection, and others. All sterilized items are kept in single-use sterile packaging and only opened at the time of use, then re-sterilized or discarded. Instruments and devices are never reused without being disinfected and sterilized. Sterilization effectiveness is confirmed with level 5 sterilization indicators with each sterilizer cycle before any instrument is used on a patient.
We pay the same level of attention to the furniture and permanent structures in the office. We disinfect all stationary equipment and structures, including our dental chairs after each patient.
STAYING UP TO DATE
We Listen and Comply
We have been diligent in staying informed of the strict guidelines published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Dental Association and incorporating applicable standards into our practice. The experts at the CDC and ADA are the most reliable sources of evidence-based guidelines for infection control available to us.
The American Dental Association provides guidance specific to dental practices’ unique environments and needs. Their advice is geared toward keeping patients and dental workers as safe as possible while still allowing us to provide high-quality, professional treatments.
We, at Northern Colorado Periodontics, are staying up to date on all of the key directives for dental facilities to be certain that our services are as safe for you as they can be.
THE EXPERTS
We Do It Every Day
We are doing everything we can to provide you and your family with a safe dental experience. As always, we are following CDC hand-hygiene guidelines using disinfectant soap and/or hand sanitizer for at least 20 seconds before and after each patient contact. In addition, for higher risk surgical procedures we use full operating-room level sterile setup and techniques to ensure the highest possible sterility and lowest infection risk. As always, all at-risk items that have been worn during patient contact are either disposed of or disinfected between each patient.
WHY CHOOSE NOCO PERIO?
Your Partner In Safety
At Northern Colorado Periodontics, we prioritize your safety by maintaining the highest standards of infection control. Our team is committed to creating a sterile and secure environment for every patient, ensuring your peace of mind during each visit.
We strictly follow rigorous sterilization protocols, including the use of advanced autoclave technology for instrument disinfection, single-use disposable tools when possible, and meticulous sanitation of treatment rooms between patients. Additionally, our staff undergoes regular training to stay updated on the latest infection prevention guidelines set by the CDC, OSHA, and ADA.
From your first step into our practice, you’ll notice our dedication to cleanliness. Our measures include enhanced air filtration systems, frequent disinfection of high-touch surfaces, and the use of personal protective equipment by all team members.
We understand how critical strict infection control is in providing safe and effective periodontal care. At Northern Colorado Periodontics, your health is our top priority, and you can trust us to deliver exceptional care in a safe, sterile environment.