COVID-19 Position Statement

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COVID-19 Position Statement

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COVID-19 Position Statement

Please be advised Sunbury Dental House and Bacchus Marsh Dental House are still open and will continue to look after our community’s dental health needs as we have moved to the next stage of restrictions in Victoria.

We are continuing the following measures to ensure yours and our staff’s safety:

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Pre-Screening all patients before their appointment

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Asking all patients and guardians to complete hand hygiene on arrival

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Barrier screens placed at reception areas

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The use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for all clinical staff

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Antibacterial pre-rinse is used on all patients to reduce bacteria in the mouth

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The surfaces are wiped down after each patient with hospital grade disinfectant

We will continue to maintain our highest level of sterilisation in accordance with infection control guidelines.

For our Bacchus Marsh clinic, we accept patients for ALL dental needs, including Restorative, Cosmetic, General and Emergency Dentistry.

For our Sunbury clinic, we accept patients for Emergency Dentistry, including pain, swelling and broken teeth, as well as examination for Restorative and General dentistry, whilst we have Online Consultation available for Cosmetic Dentistry.

If you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms or waiting on test results for Covid-19, we ask that you contact the practice to reschedule.

If you have any questions or would like to arrange a consultation, please call 1800GENTLE (1800 436 853) or complete the enquiry form.

Stay safe.

The Dental House Group Team

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