About Us ~ Sterilization

At Parker Dental Associates, we take no risks with your health. Sterilization is a high priority and we exceed the highest standards. In addition to cleaning and sterilizing all instruments as recommended by the American Dental Association and the centers for Disease Control, we sterilize all instruments and hand pieces (drills) with a state-of-the-art sterilization unit (autoclave). All instruments and drills are enclosed with temperature/time sensitive paper which changes color when sterilization is achieved. In addition, we are linked to an outside service (Steri Check Systems) which monitors the effectiveness of our autoclave weekly.

Using disposable whenever possible also helps us to provide you with the highest quality of care. All syringe needles, unit dose anesthetics, and suction tips are disposed of immediately after each individual patient procedure.

Finally, all clinical team members wear masks, glasses, and gloves, as well as hospital scrub uniforms. We strictly observe all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.

As always, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality of care, and conforming to the highest standards of sterilization is just part of our commitment to serving you.