There’s a big picture mentality at Monroe Street Family Dental. We understand how important dental health is to whole body health and believe that preventative care is more than just flossing and brushing. But individual health is one thing—fostering a larger vision of what’s good for the community and the environment is also a part of the big picture. Our practice is set up to use environmentally friendly methods and materials wherever possible, while minimizing waste and energy.
Construction
- Recycled construction waste
- Rreclaimed products—pillars, doors, furniture, and terrazzo floors
- Low VOC cabinetry, adhesives, and paints
- Flooring made from sustainable products—Marmoleum, recycled carpet
- High quality, refurbished dental office equipment
Operation
- Save water with a waterless vacuum—saves 1 gallon of water per minute!
- Use of an amalgam separator—eliminates mercury from waste water
- Utilize low flow faucets and low water usage toilets—16,500 gallons per year
- Use of waterless alcohol hand sanitizer—saves paper towels and water
- Digital radiographs—no chemicals for processing or paper filing
- Steam sterilization—no chemicals
- Eliminating both disposable dental products and those with wasteful packaging
- Paperless charting
- Use of non-toxic cleaning products—disinfectants, detergents, cleaning products
- Implemented an employee “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Program” including all reusable flatware and stoneware
Energy Conservation
- Chose Energy Star appliances
- Installed fluorescent, motion sensor activated lights
- Purchase renewable energy from MG&E
- Use of natural light
- Improve fresh air intake on programmable heating and cooling system
Smart Patient Products
- All handouts made from recycled paper products
- Toothbrushes made from recycled yogurt containers
- Children's toys made responsibly with recycled and renewable products