Caring for the Environment
Being respectful of the environment is important to us. From the construction of our office to the equipment we use and how we practice, our goal is to minimize our impact on the environment.
Building Materials
Flooring made with natural ingredients without harmful VOC’s, 100% biodegradable
Low VOC paint, no hazardous fumes or "off-gassing”
Reception countertop/desk made with recycled content: www.treefrogveneer.com/environment.htm
Cabinetry made with recycled content
Fluorescent lighting uses less electricity which reduces carbon dioxide emissions and air pollution
Office Equipment
Digital X-rays use 80-90% less radiation than the already low exposure of traditional film x-rays,no harmful or toxic chemicals to develop film or dispose of into the environmentApple iMacs are designed with features to reduce its environmental impact:
http://www.apple.com/environment
TVs, Phones, Fax/Scanner/Copier, Refrigerator All Energy Star Compliant, uses less electricity to operate
Water Conservation
Low flow faucets 1.5 GPM (gallons/minute) reduces water consumption by 50%Water efficient toilets 1.4 GPF (gallons/flush) conserves 2,000 gallons/yearWaterless dental vacuum conserves 22,000 gallons of water/year
Paperless Office
Our digital practice software MacPractice DDS reduces our paper usage by 90% and that which we use, we recycle.
Recycled Products
Products we use with recycled content:- Business cards
- Office stationery
- Restroom paper products
