Formal report outline – Trisha Bhamra

I. INTRODUCTION

1. Definition of green alternatives, environmentally friendly dentistry, sterilization practices in dentistry
2. Background on the need for going “green”, climate change, sterilization practices in dentistry, carbon footprint of dental offices.
3. Purpose of this report
4. Description of data sources
5. Scope of the Investigation

II. DATA SECTION

A. Carbon footprint Data Summary

1. Current carbon footprint of Flagship Dental
2. Cost of current dental materials
3. Current initiatives in place to reduce the carbon footprint at flagship dental. Challenges in fulfilling these initiatives.

B. Staff opinions on “green” dentistry

1. Benefits of implementing “green” practices within Flagship Dental
2. Disadvantages of implementing “green” practices within Flagship Dental
3. Preferences of the staff

C. Switching the dental materials to “green” alternatives

1. effort to make the switch to “green” alternatives
2. cost to make the switch to “green” alternatives
3. resources required to make the switch to “green” alternatives

D. Studies comparing “green” alternatives vs. traditional dental equipment within other dental offices and their experience

1. carbon footprint prior to switching to “green” alternatives
2. carbon footprint post switching to “green” alternatives

III. CONCLUSION

1. Summary and interpretation of findings
2. Recommendations