Sterilization
Environmental Barrier Controls:
Back to topAny area in the treatment rooms that would be difficult to disinfect completely is covered with disposable plastic barriers. These barriers are changed and discarded between each patient.
We are committed to staying current with the latest quality and safety in infection control, sterilization guidelines, and equipment. You can feel confident that your health and the health of your family is protected at Dr. Gibbs’ office!
Ask us if you have questions regarding infection control, and please feel free to call for more information. We will be happy to give you all the information you deserve to know!
Disinfectants:
Back to topA disinfectant approved by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is applied to chairs, counter tops, and all other surface areas in all treatment areas.
Disposable Items:
Back to topWhenever possible we use disposable items that are disposed of once used or exposed to the treatment environment.
Sterilization of Instruments:
Back to topAll instruments are sterilized by use of a certified Autoclave that utilizes steam at a very high heat and pressure to kill all microorganisms. All instruments are stored in sealed sterilization bags to maintain sterility until use.
We weekly use biological spore test and an independent medical laboratory to test and verify the effectiveness of sterilization. This is considered the most effective manner to verify the complete sterilization of our instruments.
Sterilization and Infection Control
Back to topYou will be glad to know that our office uses the most advanced techniques in instrument sterilization and barrier protection, the same kind that hospitals now use. We pride ourselves in keeping up with the evolving science of patient protection and instrument sterilization. They include:
