Sterilization/Disinfection

Keeping Our Patients and Our Employees Safe

Sterilization Disinfection

Due to recent changes in the world, some updates have been made to the health and safety measures we follow at Vero Dental Spa. All that we do is designed to protect our valued patients and team members. Without all of you, there would be no Vero Dental Spa!

Every day, we incorporate every recommendation and protocol for sterilization and disinfection set forth by federal and dental agencies. Now, we’re going beyond that, raising our standards even higher for an added level of security and protection for all our patients.

  • How We Sterilize Dental Instruments and Handpieces

    We have always carefully and strictly followed the specific guidelines provided to us by both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Dental Association. Every instrument and handpiece in our Vero Beach dental office must undergo this same process to ensure total sterilization.

    • An EPA-approved, hospital-grade detergent is used to clean all instruments and handpieces for proper disinfection and sterilization
    • All items are then soaked ultrasonically and placed into a hospital-grade disinfectant for at least half an hour before being dried and placed in a sealed pouch
    • The pouch is placed into a pressurized autoclave heated to 270 degrees F for half an hour. This ensures that we effectively kill all organisms, viruses, and bacteria
  • How We Disinfect All Equipment and Surfaces

    In the past, we relied on a two-step method to disinfect our equipment and surfaces in clinical areas between every patient visit. We’ve gone one step further, beyond the recommendations from the CDC or ADA, by adding new ultraviolet (UV) light disinfection capabilities.

    UV light disinfection is the latest, most advanced disinfection method used in operating rooms to kill:

    • Germs
    • Pathogens
    • Bacteria
    • Viruses

    At Vero Dental Spa, we:

    • Clean all surfaces and equipment with hospital-grade cleaning solutions
    • Disinfect those same surfaces and equipment with an EPA-registered chemical disinfectant
    • Use the UV light to disinfect each treatment room between patient appointments, killing all organisms left behind on any equipment or surfaces for 100% cleanliness.
  • How We Control Aerosol Water Spray from Dental Handpieces and Ultrasonic Scalers

    Vero Dental Spa uses extraoral suction devices, something relatively new to the dental world and has only been used by dentists who choose to implement the cleanest, safest disinfection protocols. When your dentist is working on your teeth, sometimes aerosolized water enters the clinical environment, and it can be filled with oral bacteria. Extraoral suction eliminates this by vacuuming aerosol spray into a high-powered filtration system. We capture and eliminate 99.9% of all bacteria and viruses.

  • How We Address Air Quality in Our Office

    The air conditioning system at Vero Dental Spa just got a little more tech with our special new UV light bulbs added to the ductwork. They work to destroy bacteria, mold, mildew, fungi, and viruses in the air. We’ve gone even one step further by equipping our office with portable, hospital-grade air purifiers that can effectively filter out harmful materials, including up to 99.9% of bacteria and viruses from the office air. This happens four times every hour, every day, to provide patients with the cleanest, freshest, and most germ-free air.

  • How We’ve Improved the Water Quality Used for Our Patients

    If you ask around, you’ll find that most dentists haven’t taken the time to test their office water lines where “biofilm,” or bacterial accumulation, tends to form. This material ends up in the water that could be used to clean your teeth! In response to that, our water system now features charcoal filtration and UV disinfection in the water lines. By doing this, we’re able to eliminate 99.9% of toxins from the water and prevent you from ingesting anything harmful.

    If you have any questions about these safety updates or other concerns, please don’t hesitate to talk to us. We understand! With Vero Dental Spa, you’re getting even more advanced safety and health precautions, far beyond what’s recommended by outside agencies. You deserve nothing but the very best for you and your smile.

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What People Are Saying

Dr. Royal explains every procedure from start to finish

“Dr. Royal is a very experienced dentist. I found him by accident and glad I did. He explains every procedure from start to finish. I had very little discomfort. His staff is so friendly. I am impressed at how they work together so in sync. Again, I am so pleased to be able to give this feedback and I urge others who are seeking a great dental office to consider Vero Beach Dental Spa!”

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Dr. Royal is by far the gentlest dentist I ever had!

“I have had horrific experiences with dentists in the past but Dr. Royal and Vero Dental Spa are the best. When it comes to numbing shots, Dr. Royal is by far the most gentle I have ever had. I hate needles and he made it easy and virtually painless! I highly recommend Vero Dental Spa, you won't be disappointed!!!”

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Vero Dental Spa is the absolute best!!!

“I’ve always been afraid to go to the dentist but now, since my first time going I’m completely relaxed and the staff is incredible! ”

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The front desk was welcoming.

“Had a cleaning at Vero Dental Spa today. The front desk was welcoming. As usual in less than 5 minutes I was in the chair. Marlene the hygienist deserves a special mention; she was polite, professional, thorough and gentle. Check out was a breeze. This is a well run office.”

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Dr. Royal and the entire staff are welcoming

“Dr. Royal and the entire staff are welcoming, professional, and accommodating. Throw in genuine care and good humor. It all adds up to very positive experiences from beginning to end. Highly recommended!”

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Dr Royal was so pleasant and professional.

“The entire experience was wonderful. From reception to checkout with Kelly, Elizabeth and Lindsay… Everyone, including Dr Royal was so pleasant and professional. Truly refreshing !”

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Dr. Royal is very knowledgeable and a perfectionist

“I've been going here now about 2 years now. Dr. Royal is very knowledgeable and a perfectionist. He's very good at what he does nothing really more to say about it he's also very funny. I don't mind going to the dentist anymore!”

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Dr. Royal is by far the gentlest dentist I ever had!

“I have had horrific experiences with dentists in the past but Dr. Royal and Vero Dental Spa are the best. When it comes to numbing shots, Dr. Royal is by far the most gentle I have ever had. I hate needles and he made it easy and virtually painless! I highly recommend Vero Dental Spa, you won't be disappointed!!!”

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I highly recommend Vero Dental

“This office and its amazing staff has helped me work through treatment I have been putting off for years - I highly recommend Vero Dental and would not choose any other office.”

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Dr. Royal and the staff were amazing

“My first visit today, Dr. Royal and the staff were amazing friendly, professional and efficient!! I was welcomed warmly by everyone and felt like I have always been a patient there! Thank you to the team at Vero Dental Spa! See you soon!!”

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Everyone one was so nice and helpful

“Made my first visit to the Vero Dental Spa today and I was extremely satisfied. I was made to feel at ease. Everyone one was so nice and helpful. Going back tomorrow for a cleaning”

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Dr, Royal & all of his staff are truly amazing.

“From the moment you walk in the door you are put at ease, They take the time to explain everything to you, They go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable and happy with the work they are doing. They truly are all artists that take pride in the work they do & the smiles they create. They are all wonderfully talented and incredibly passionate about what they do. Do your teeth the best favor you can ever do for them & make an appointment to see Dr Royal & the most awesome staff ever at Vero Dental Spa. Give yourself a reason to smile.”

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They work hard, and are a great office

“Great, Great, Great! The staff makes the office. Period. Kind staff, doctors are efficient and understanding. They work hard, and are a great office. The new electronic system helps keep things running even more smoothly too. Throughout the last ten years, they have come through shining.”

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I have finally found my favorite dentist!

“I have never had such a wonderful experience at the dentist! The staff was so friendly and sweet! Dr. Royal has a great sense of humor and put me at ease even in a dental emergency! I have found my favorite dentist, finally!! Thank you to the staff at Vero Dental Spa, look forward to seeing you again soon!”

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