The sterilization of instruments is integral to the safe and effective provision of dental care.

Adhering to regulations and choosing the appropriate product are key to reducing the risk of cross-contamination.

Antibiotic resistance is a global health problem that can be addressed through education, effective infection control protocols, and prudent prescription practices.

Maintaining healthy fingernails is key to reducing microbial transmission in the dental setting.

In light of well-publicized breaches in infection control protocols, oral health professionals should be prepared to reassure patients that dental care is safe.

Here are tips to ensure compliance with OSHA’s new Revised Hazard Communication Standard.

Minimize the risk of infection by adhering to evidence based infection control protocols, oral health professionals can reduce the risk of disease transmission in the dental office.

To ensure the safety of both patients and clinicians, dental practices must adhere to occupational safety and health administration standards.

While the incidence of hepatitis B infection is declining, the health risks associated with this “silent killer” remain significant.

Dentistry’s shift from multi-use products to single-use devices has drastically reduced the risk of patient-to-patient disease transmission.