To Our Valued Patients:
We value your loyalty & your trust in our ability to provide the highest quality dental care in the safest environment possible. While many things have changed, the one thing that has remained the same is our office’s commitment to your health & safety. Since the onset of the pandemic, we have implemented enhanced infection control protocols which go above & beyond the guidelines set forth by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). We will continue to follow the highest infection control standards with additional measures such as increased Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocols. We take pride in meeting & exceeding Public Health standards in every category.
- Surface Sanitation
- Surgically Clean Air
- Sterilization Centre
- Digital Records
- Single-Use Devices
Key Takeaways
- Dentists are experts in infection prevention & control.
- There are guidelines that all dentists must follow to protect you.
- Your safety is your dentist’s priority.
Dentists have always followed strict infection prevention & control (IPAC) standards. Their priority is to protect everyone in the office from the spread of bacteria & illness.
Dentists must follow the IPAC standards of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). The RCDSO is only one part of a larger system in Ontario that provides guidance to dentists on IPAC standards. Other key bodies include the Ontario Ministry of Health, Public Health Ontario & local Public Health Units.
These standards cover areas including:
- Screening of patients
- Hand hygiene
- Sterilization, handling, & storage of equipment & materials
- Disposal of items such as gloves & syringes
- Personal protective equipment
- Education & training
These protocols are now stronger than ever because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dentists have extra levels of protection in place to create a safe care environment.
Dentists & their teams get the most current evidence-based information on IPAC techniques. They pursue continuing education activities as part of their commitment to lifelong learning. If you have questions about health & safety in the dental office, ask your dentist. They want to make you feel more comfortable & secure about your dental visit.
Find out more about IPAC in dentistry on the RCDSO website.
