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Infection Control
Sterilizer Monitoring: Rationale for Using Biological Indicators
In late 2003, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released revised Guidelines...
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Preparing for the Flu Season
Influenza (“the flu”) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by 2 types of influenza...
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The Role of the Infection Control Coordinator
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the lead federal agency for...
Infection Control
Gloves in the Dental Office
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is designed to protect the skin and mucous membranes of...
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Infection Control Practices for Dental Radiography
When taking dental radiographs, there is significant potential for cross-contamination of equipment and environmental...
Infection Control
Infection Control Practices for Dental Radiography
When taking dental radiographs, there is significant potential for cross-contamination of equipment and environmental...
Infection Control
Hepatitis C Virus and Dental Personnel
The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a member of the flavivirus family and is...
Infection Control
Managing Regulated Waste in Dental Environments
Dental offices are subject to a variety of federal, state, and local regulations concerning...
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New CDC Infection Control Guidelines for Dentistry
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the lead federal agency for...
Infection Control
Selection and Use of Masks
The use of facemasks was first advocated at the end of the 19th century....