Ozone May Effectively Disinfect PPE for Reuse
Ozone gas, a highly reactive chemical comprising three oxygen atoms, could provide a safe means for disinfecting certain types of personal protective equipment.
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How to Talk to Patients About Safety and COVID-19
During normal times, nearly 75% of adults in the United States encounter some amount of fear related to visiting a dentist, according to.
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Dentists Report They Aren’t Confident in Their Infection Control
Many dentists feel a significant lack of confidence in their ability to implement necessary infection control measures and acquire personal protective equipment (PPE),.
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Six Test Positive for COVID-19 at Dental College of Georgia
Six members of the staff at the Augusta University (AU) Dental College of Georgia (DCG) have tested positive for COVID-19 even though they.
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ADA: What to Do If an Employee Has COVID-19
Dental practices are reopening, and dental teams are returning to the office. But what should you do if you or a member of.
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California Offers Guidelines for Resuming Elective Dental Care
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has released its Guidance for Resuming Deferred and Preventive Dental Care. Dental healthcare personnel (DHCP) face.
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OSHA Offers Safety Guidance for Reopened Practices
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is offering guidance for dental workers and employees as practices begin reopening and offering non-emergency and.
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Celebrate Hand Hygiene Day on May 5
As the healthcare industry focuses on the pandemic and infection control, the World Health Organization (WHO) reminds providers that Hand Hygiene Day is.
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EPA and CDC Update Cleaning and Disinfection Guidance
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have released updated guidance to help facility operators and.
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Coping With the Coronavirus
We spoke with Dr. John Molinari, PhD, The Dental Advisor’s educator and consultant in all things infection control. As he always has, he.
