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Heated Waterlines Are a Recipe for Disaster

Jul 12, 2024

Using heated water for dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) may enhance biofilm growth and proliferation, resulting in higher bacterial counts, which raises the risk of contamination during dental procedures.1 Biofilms thrive in warm…

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Insights on the Hepatitis C Virus

Oct 20, 2023

As hepatitis C infections surge, oral health professionals must stay informed to protect themselves and their patients, emphasizing the importance of education, testing, and early detection in combating this silent disease

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Adding an Infection Control Coordinator to Your Team

Aug 24, 2023

This team member plays an important role in ensuring safety and compliance in the dental setting

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Mitigate the Risk of On-the-Job Exposure

Jun 9, 2023

Oral health professionals should be knowledgeable about disease transmission and the risk of bloodborne pathogens to minimize occupational exposures

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Airflow Engineering Controls for the Dental Setting

Nov 17, 2022

A multidimensional approach is key to creating a safe practice environment.

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Mitigating the Risks of Ultrasonic Aerosols

Aug 9, 2022

Multilevel infection control steps are needed to provide safe and effective care when using dental ultrasonic units.

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Monkeypox Gains Pandemic Status

Jun 27, 2022

The World Health Network—a group of scientists and citizens from around the globe focused on promoting health—has deemed monkeypox a pandemic. Thus far, more than 3,400 cases of monkeypox have been reported throughout 58 countries. The goal…

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