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WAX REGISTRATION RECORDS
Disinfect wax registration records by soaking them in an intermediate disinfectant or diluted (1:100) household bleach for 10 minutes.
FIXED AND REMOVABLE PROSTHESES
Before sending fixed and removable prostheses to a dental laboratory for repair or adjustment, or delivery to the patient, wash the appliance thoroughly in an antimicrobial detergent. Resin dentures and appliances of noble alloys (containing precious metals) should be disinfected in a 1:100 solution of household bleach for ten minutes. Fixed and removable prostheses of non- noble alloys should be disinfected using an intermediate disinfectant.
ASEPSIS OF DENTAL SUPPORT AREAS
Determine the amount of storage space available. Although dental offices often have a limited amount of space for storage, all supplies should be stored in an organized manner providing quick and easy retrieval. Supplies should also be organized so new materials are placed toward the back and older materials brought forward. This keeps materials rotating so that older supplies can be used first.
Too many bulky supplies should not be ordered at one time unless plenty of storage space exists. Special attention should be given to supplies such as x-ray film that must be refrigerated or gypsum that should be stored in a dark, cool, or dry area. The storage space should have sufficient light to help in finding smaller items quickly. Supply shelves and bins should be clearly labeled to make it easier to find the times.
ASEPSIS IN RADIOLOGY
Infection control principles should also be observed when dental assistants take radiographs; because the equipment and film can be contaminated, which could result in the transmission of infectious agents. Barriers best protect radiographic equipment as chemical disinfection is difficult to use on sensitive electronic.
In preparation for exposing periapical radiographs, place a polyethylene bag or plastic wrap over the tube head and hand holds so that they will be protected from continuation when the head is positioned for various exposures. The exposure control switch should be protected with a disposable plastic covering. Remember that a gloved hand is contaminated. However, another simple approach to contamination control of the control panel is the use of over-gloves (food handler gloves) to cover contaminated examination gloves.
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Introductory Chapter: Dental Practice Act, Infection Control and Cal-OSHA
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