COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS‘OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY’
We recognize priority and times have changed and nothing is more important than the health and safety of our staff and patients. In view of this, we wanted to share the additional steps we are taking to make each and every visit to our office as safe as possible. We will be following the suggested protocols and guidelines of the ADA, CDC and OSHA for Covid-19. Listed below are items in addition to our normal high standards of care that meet or exceed all guidelines for dental practices. Our goal is to provide you additional ‘peace-of-mind to the friendliness and clinical excellence’ you have come to expect. We are in this together and we will never underestimate the power of a smile!
- Advanced Staff Training – Our team has completed additional awareness and prevention programs to enhance knowledge and preparedness.
- Pre-Screening of Every Patient – A quick health questionnaire, consent form and a no-touch temperature check are completed for every patient.
- Social Distancing in Place – Fewer chairs in our reception area spaced 6 feet apart.
- Air Purifier with HEPA Filter and UV-C – We have one installed in every room to help kill airborne germs.
- Anti-Microbial Rinse – We will provide a solution to rinse in your mouth for 60 seconds and reduce bacteria before any procedure.
- Sequenced Patient Scheduling – We are allocating more time between visits for coming, going and cleaning.
- Expanding Patient Appointments – To save you time and exposure, we are offering extended appointments that allow us to do more dentistry in a single visit.
- Disposable, Protective Coats and Hats – Our team will utilize another layer of protection to minimize the spread or absorption of airborne particles.
- Cleaning After Every Appointment – We thoroughly wipe, sanitize and disinfect all instruments, equipment and surfaces in each operatory after every patient.
- Instrument Sterilization – This is standard procedure at all times, and anything that goes near your mouth is heat and pressure cleaned between every use.
- Mask Protocol – All patients will be required to wear a mask while in the building. If you do not have one, we will provide a mask for you to use while here. Masks must cover your nose and mouth. When you are not receiving treatment we ask that you keep this on for the protection of our team and other patients.
We look forward to seeing you. Our friendly team will do everything possible to make your visit safe, comfortable and enjoyable.
Dr. Rachel A. Messinger and the team at Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Cosmetic & Family Dentistry is located at 555 Newfield Avenue Ste F Stamford, CT 06905.
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