05/18/2020
Today we re-opened our office!
To be fair, we are currently in process of rescheduling appointments on a first cancelled-first-rescheduled basis. We are ready to serve everyone with getting back on track!
A few changes that you will notice or experience when you come to see us include:
There will be a limit of 50% patient appointments per day, roughly half of the regular appointment load. The points outlined below will lend clarity to this decision.
When you arrive for your appointment, please stay in your car and call us (509) 484-8000
Only the patient that is being treated will be allowed to enter the office. The only exception will be for very young patients. Of those, only one parent/caregiver may accompany the patient. Absolutely no other family members or friends will be allowed inside.
Please bring your own mask and wear it to your appointment. Federal guidelines for social distancing and wearing masks in businesses continue so bring the mask you have been using. If you do not have one, we will provide one; However personal protection equipment supplies are dangerously low. If we run out, we will have to close the office again until the supply chain is back to normal.
Your temperature will be taken by staff using a touchless thermometer. If your temp is over 100 degrees, you will be asked to leave and not return for the specified 14-day self quarantine requirement.
The tooth brushing station will be used as a handwashing station only.
While we are in this re-entry phase, we will not be providing the coffee/tea beverage station or any snacks as well as no games or magazines.
We are so grateful to everyone of our patients and this time away has only served to makes us even more thankful for each of you. You are the life-force of our practice and this is why we are taking your safety VERY seriously. We would ask for your patience and understanding. Expect that your treatment progress has been delayed, as has your estimated completion time. Please forgive us as we are focusing on getting each of you back on track while not exposing our team members or patients to unnecessary risk.
Please call our office (509) 484-8000 if you have any questions. Here's to your health and smile!!
Dr Clay Damon and team
