03/16/2020
Dear Patients:
We are continuing to monitor the Covid-19 situation closely. In an effort to continue to provide excellent dental care and keep everyone as safe as possible, we will make the following changes at the office:
(1) If you, or a close contact, have traveled to any of the high risk areas (these are updated regularly on the CDC website) in the past three weeks, have had a fever (100.4 or higher) in the past 72 hours, or have any other symptoms to include body aches, cough, sore throat, or difficulty breathing, we ask that you call to reschedule any routine appointments. If you are in this category and have a more urgent matter to address, please call the office for instructions.
(2) We will also limit the number of people in the waiting room to decrease exposure. To that end, only patients will be allowed in the waiting room and in the exam rooms. We ask that you not bring children or other family members with you to your appointment unless it is absolutely necessary. If you bring someone with you, they will be asked to stay in the car.
(3) Our office has always abided by ADA's Infection Control Standards and we have increased our standards and cleaning frequency. For further information, please visit: https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/i/infection-control
If you believe you may need testing for Covid-19, please contact your Primary Health Provider, local health department, urgent care, or emergency department.
This is a challenging time and an evolving situation. You will be informed if more restrictions become necessary. Thank you for your understanding.
Dr. Ronald R. Flores and Staff
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has developed special recommendations for use in dental offices. Your dentist cares about your safety and works hard to prevent the spread of infection.