Green Inspired
Richmond Green Dental Care is a green-inspired dental practice.
From the construction of the practice to running the office in an environmentally friendly manner.
We believe that a green practice is a smart practice and continuously look for ways to combine dentistry and conserve the environment.
Ask us about our green initiatives!
- We use digital imaging (not traditional x-rays), which means 75 to 90% less radiation for our patients and we don’t have toxic x-ray development chemicals
- We use digital patient charting to reduce paper waste
- We use steam-based instrument sterilization which contains no harmful chemicals
- We use a special filtration system to allow environmentally sound disposal of old mercury fillings, to prevent pollution of our water system
- We use a high efficiency vaccuum system that results in reduced water usage throughout the practice
- Our office is built using energy efficient lighting throughout the practice
- Our office is equipped with energy conserving appliances
- Our walls are painted with low volatility paint for even better breathing comfort
- Our office is cleaned using gentle, environmentally friendly cleaning products
- We recycle bottles, cans, paper and shipping boxes
*Click here to read the Green Dentistry Special Report: Dental Chronicle interview with Dr Anna Fong