Patient Safety
Keeping our Patients and Staff Safe
Patient and staff safety is a top priority for us at Godmanchester Dental. We follow the strictest standards of infection control so that when you receive dental care, you feel safe, comfortable and protected.
Your safety is our priority
Our practice has a safety culture which means that patient safety is at the forefront of everyone’s minds, not only when delivering healthcare but also when setting objectives, developing procedures, and purchasing new products and equipment. We pride ourselves in having a culture that is open and fair, where team members can discuss the challenges they face at work in the best interests of our patients.
For Patient Safety we:
- Follow the latest infection prevention guidelines in HTM 01-05.
- Use dental instruments that are either single use, or are sterilised after each patient use.
- Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene including clinical clothing and the restricted wearing of jewellery.
- Monitor practice water for quality. Our dental unit waterlines are disinfected and kept clear.
- Handle waste according to current regulations and dispose of it with appropriate licensed carriers.
- Take expert advice if a team member may have a blood borne infection. The team member will have an occupational health examination and follow professional advice on their role in treating patients.
All our team members are trained in the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and follow the practice safeguarding procedures, which are regularly monitored and reviewed.
We always welcome questions, comments and suggestions from patients and the team. Please contact us, if we can help you in any way.