Yerba Buena Dentistry
Overview
Infection controls and universal precautions protect patients and staff alike. Everyone benefits from rigorous infection control — you, your dentist, and the dental team. The cornerstone of a good, safe dental practice is trust, and you should always feel free to discuss this topic with our doctors and receive a straightforward answer.
Why is Infection Control Important?
- OSHA, EPA, and CDC-aligned protocols
- Hospital-grade surface disinfection
- Autoclave sterilization of all reusable instruments
- Single-use disposables wherever possible
Our entire team follows procedures recommended by several federal agencies: the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). These measures include disinfectant hand soap, gloves and face masks, chemical disinfection of countertops and surfaces, sterilization of all equipment before every use, and the use of disposable materials wherever appropriate.
We sterilize every piece of reusable equipment, including dental handpieces. We use an autoclave — a device that kills bacteria and viruses with steam, heat, and pressure — so the instruments that touch your mouth are as clean as the day they were made.
The Best Defense Against Disease Is Information
The more you know, the better equipped you are to make wise decisions about your health care, and the more you know about our daily procedures and policies, the more comfortable you will feel in our chair.
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