COVID 19

Committed to your safety

From day one, your safety has been our highest priority.

In light of the pandemic, we’ve further strengthened our office protocols and infection control procedures to ensure that your visit remains safe and pleasant.

You will observe a number of changes during your next treatment. Please note that these processes are designed with your safety in mind, and rest assured that we are doing everything possible to keep you safe and healthy.

We’re now open for all treatments, including routine check-up and cleaning.

PRE-APPOINTMENT

Patients will be required to complete a COVID-19 questionnaire prior to arriving at the office to help us screen for COVID-19 symptoms.
Please let us know if you aren’t feeling well as soon as possible to allow us time to reschedule your appointment
Patients will need to arrive on time for their appointment, no later than 2 minutes prior.
We require masks in the office. If you forgot to bring your own, we’ll provide you with one
Extra companions will be limited to only essential people in order to minimize crowding

DURING THE APPOINTMENT

Apply hand sanitizer upon entering the office
Maintain social distance and stay six feet apart from fellow patients and office personnel as much as possible for everyone’s safety –
Upon entering the treatment room use anti-viral oral rinse to reduce the viral load in the mouth before and after treatment is performed

POST-APPOINTMENT

Notify Chico Dental Arts if you test positive for Covid-19 within 2 weeks following your appointment

INFECTION CONTROL PROCEDURES

All of our clinical equipment has always been and will continue to be either single-use or thoroughly sterilized
Office surfaces will be disinfected throughout the day to create a more sterile environment
Our clinical team uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as disposable gloves, masks, gowns, face shields among others to reduce the risk and spread of infection
Air purifiers and extraoral suction systems have been installed in the office to remove droplets and aerosols from the air, keeping the office air clean and safe
Our team will participate in daily screening, which will include answering health screening questions and having their temperatures taken
We are closely monitoring the guidance provided by CDC, OSHA, CDA and SFDPH– as they update their guidelines, we will update our safety practices in real time.

Office Manager

Chico Dental Arts

(530) 342-6064

Our teams are ready to expedite care to those that need it. The health and well-being of our patients and staff is our top priority. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns or to schedule an appointment.

PATIENT SCREENING FORM

Name

* Do you have a fever or above-normal temperature (>100.4° F)?

* Are you experiencing shortness of breath or having trouble breathing?

* Do you have a dry cough?

* Do you have a runny nose?

* Have you recently lost or had a reduction in your sense of smell or taste?

* Do you have a sore throat?

* Are you experiencing chills or repeated shaking with chills?

* Do you have unexplained muscle pain?

* Do you have a headache?

* Even if you don’t currently have any of the above symptoms, have you experienced any of these symptoms in the last 14 days?

* Have you been in unprotected contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 14 days?

* If yes, what were the results?

* Have you traveled more than 100 miles from your home in the last 14 days?