Implementing the CDC “Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings” can be confusing. Here is straight talk on some of the most common misconceptions.

Keeping dental unit waterlines free from bacterial contamination is essential to ensuring patient and provider safety.

Follow these strategies to ensure proper instrument packaging and chemical monitoring during the sterilization process.

Dental hygienists can make a difference by educating patients about viral hepatitis.

Tips to ensure the water quality in your practice.

We explore the ongoing debate over the efficacy of double gloving in infection control.

Proper management of contaminated surfaces and equipment is critical to successful infection control protocol in the dental office.

Observe these strategies to minimize the risk of exposure to dental aerosols and splatter.

This comprehensive overview of the CDC’s infection control guidelines will help you practice safely.

Refresh your familiarity with infection control standards to maintain a safe clinical environment.