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COVID-19 Safety Precautions Taken At Southgate Dental

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Last updated on October 14, 2022

Southgate Dental Centre is operating at normal hours and offering all dental procedures for new and existing patients. For any emergency related walk-ins we will always do our best to accommodate you as fast as we can for same day appointments.

If you are experiencing a dental emergency, please call us at 587-414-6168 to book an emergency appointment and we will schedule you for a same-day appointment where possible.

Our general COVID-19 safety precautions are as follows:

  1. Daily Screening for COVID symptoms for Patients, Staff, and Doctors.
  2. Masks are recommended however not required for patients inside our practice; this is as per Alberta Health guidelines for healthcare practices.
  3. We suggest that patients use hand sanitizer upon arrival and departure of the practice; hand sanitizer will be available for use in the practice.
  4. All operatory staff will continue to wear level 3 masks while in the clinic. Strict PPE protocols for aerosol and non-aerosol dental procedures are in place (including the use of face shields, N-95 masks, and gowns when indicated).
  5. Strict adherence to enhanced Infection Control protocols are followed.
  6. All surfaces will be disinfected regularly for your continued protection.

Procedures to follow when arriving for your appointment

  1. If you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, we ask that you reschedule your appointment.
  2. Masks are recommended however not required for patients inside our practice; this is as per Alberta Health guidelines for healthcare practices.
  3. We are able to supply masks for those that do not have one.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call our office prior to your appointment.

Written by Dr. Kevin Hamm

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