Critical steps in instrument cleaning: removing debris after sonication

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Dental instruments should be rinsed thoroughly after ultrasonic cleaning. Researchers used ultrasonic cleaning on several hand instruments and microscope slides that had been contaminated with blood. In some cases, the equipment was not rinsed after the cleaning. Microscopic examination revealed that many slides and instruments contained traces of blood after cleaning. Analysis of the cleaning solution showed that blood cell debris accumulated if the solution was not changed.

Evaluation, Dental equipment and supplies, Dental equipment, Sterilization (Disinfection), Ultrasonic cleaning

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Dental clinical attire and infection-control procedures: patients' attitudes

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Many dental patients prefer that dentists wear name tags, a face mask and protective glasses during treatment. This was the conclusion of researchers who surveyed 1,500 adults at two military hospital dental practices and four civilian dental offices.

Infection, Prevention, Surveys, Dentists, Consumer preferences, Clothing

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