Infection Control
Controlling Pathogens in Your Air
During the 20th century, significant advances were made worldwide in health care and the...
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The “New Normal?” Navigating Through the COVID-19 Pandemic
INTRODUCTION In this time of uncertainty and fear due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the...
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Spotlight on Infection Control—That Thing You Do!
Dental healthcare professionals historically have been able to meet numerous infection control challenges, ranging...
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Vaccination: Science Versus Perception
INTRODUCTION The development of vaccines and their application in immunizing populations has led to...
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Reinforcing the Basics of Infection Control
Photo: iStock INTRODUCTION The last 2 decades have seen the development and implementation of...
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Representative Infection Control Issues and Concerns
Photo: Getty Images Occupational Safety and Health Association requires provider and patient to wear...
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Environmental Surface Asepsis
Dental practitioners may be exposed to a variety of pathogenic microorganisms when providing dental...
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Prion Diseases and Infection Control Precautions
Prions, only truly understood by the scientific and medical community in the past 2...
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Dental Laboratory Asepsis
Any instrument or piece of equipment used in the mouth is a potential source...
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Preparing Instruments for Sterilization
Many local home centers offer short courses on a variety of repair and remodeling...