COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS

At the office of Dr. Lauren Shack, the health, safety and comfort of our patients and staff is of the utmost importance to us. 

While we have always taken great steps to insure that your visit to our office provides the best level of infection control available, in addition to stringently following all OSHA mandated procedures, we have gone even further and implemented these exceptional measures:

Office Safety Measures

  • Medical grade HEPA air filtration system

  • UV lights and laser technology to to combat transmission of viruses, bacteria, mold & fungi

  • Filtered, treated water lines

  • High velocity suction during treatment

  • Plexiglass shields at front desk and in the break/conference room 

  • Waiting room materials such as magazines will no longer be available

  • Increasing the frequency and extent of our already rigorous cleaning and sanitizing procedures to include sanitizing all door knobs, pens, countertops, etc.

  • Hand sanitizer will be readily available throughout the office

  • Employees will be screened daily  

  • Employees will be required to wear masks, gloves and gowns in patient treatment areas

      

Patient Protocols

  • Patients will be asked screening questions when scheduling an appointment, on confirmation and again when they arrive at the office

  • Patients will check in by phone from their car upon arrival

  • Patients will wear a mask when entering the office

  • Patients will be given hand sanitizer and their temperatures will be taken upon arrival

  • No additional visitors may accompany patients into the office unless medically necessary; one guardian or parent may accompany a minor patient

  • Self-distancing appointments with number of patients in office limited

  • Patients will be required to wash hands and use a pre-rinse prior to being seated in the operatories for all visits

  • Patients will be asked screening questions when scheduling an appointment, on confirmation and again when they arrive at the office

                  

In facing COVID19 one of the very best things you can do for yourself is to treat and control your periodontal condition. Since any underlying inflammation and chronic infection can impact one's overall health and lead to greater vulnerability to disease, it is extremely important to take care of your oral health now more than ever.

We look forward to seeing you again very soon and invite you to call at your earliest convenience to schedule your appointment!