Clean and Pure Water

You should be aware that low levels of microorganisms (such as bacteria) are normally present in municipal water systems. A thin layer of these microorganisms, known as biofilm, accumulates in common devices used to transport water, such as showerheads, faucets and fountains. Biofilm may be present in your home or office, as well as in the waterlines of the handpieces used for dental procedures.

There is no scientific evidence that demonstrates adverse health effects from the water in dental unit waterlines - scientists have not established any link between dental unit water and harm to a patient. However, we are dedicated to the safety and comfort of our patients, to the highest quality care and to the prevention of disease. So we have taken measures to insure that the waterlines in our office are completely safe.

Our dental units are supplied by a separate, filtered water line. The water first passes through a standard paper filter to remove the larger particulates and rust. It then passes through a 3-stage water sterilizer – the first stage is a 1-micron sediment filter, the second stage is a 10-micron carbon filter and the third stage exposes the water to UV light – this process kills 99.999% of all waterborne bacteria and viruses.

The measures we have taken for our waterlines exceed the standard guidelines established by both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The safety of our patients is a top priority. As new products become available and research provides us with new technologies, we remain committed to ensuring the highest possible quality of care.