In response to the recent "20/20" segment on television about dental water lines' implication in causing diseases, we are proud to say that since we remodeled our office in 1996, we have had no connection for any water that goes into the mouth with outside tap water. All water that goes through the dental drills, the water spray, or the hygienists' ultrasonic scalers is distilled water flowed through a closed system within the office. These lines themselves are flushed for 12 hours once a week with a disinfecting cleansing solution to arrest bacterial build-up. Our two autoclaves use distilled water only (and every instrument is sterilized after every use, including the handpieces).

This is far above what is presently mandated. We are among only 6% of all dental offices that take these measures to protect their patients. We hope that this is reassuring to you as a patient and that you realize that it is part of our continuing efforts to provide the most up-to-date service and leading edge treatment available.